Stephen Boyd Higgins, Class Action Attorney in St Louis, Missouri
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratThompson Coburn LLP
St Louis, MO
Practicing class action in St Louis since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Stephen Boyd Higgins is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Stephen has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson Coburn LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- St. Louis, MO
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Class Action · Employment · Litigation
- Handles Class Action, Employment, and Litigation matters from St. Louis, MO.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Stephen Boyd Higgins: Stephen Boyd Higgins is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Stephen has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson Coburn LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Stephen takes on
Stephen concentrates on class action, employment, litigation, and white collar. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Employment
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Litigation
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White Collar
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Class Action cases in St Louis, Missouri
Stephen takes class action matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Stephen agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in St Louis, Missouri
Stephen takes employment matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Stephen agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in St Louis, Missouri
Stephen takes litigation matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Stephen agrees to represent you.
White Collar cases in St Louis, Missouri
Stephen takes white collar matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Stephen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Stephen Boyd Higgins — class action lawyer in St Louis
Stephen Boyd Higgins is a partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Stephen has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson Coburn LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Stephen Boyd Higgins is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, white collar crime, labour and employment and 1 other area of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years. Stephen practices at Thompson Coburn LLP in St. Louis, MO.
Stephen's approach to class action cases
Stephen Boyd Higgins is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, white collar crime, labour and employment and 1 other area of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years. Stephen practices at Thompson Coburn LLP in St. Louis, MO.
The kind of cases Stephen takes
Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, employment, and litigation matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
St. Louis University School of Law
J.D. · 1976
Yale University
B.A. · 1968
Jurisdictions
Stephen's state bar admissions
Missouri
1976 · ACTIVE
Stephen studied at J.D. in St. Louis University School of Law and B.A. in Yale University.
Law school and academic background
Stephen completed J.D. in St. Louis University School of Law and B.A. in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Stephen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Stephen Boyd Higgins's office in St. Louis
Stephen's primary office is at One US Bank Plaza, St. Louis, MO, 63101-1693. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Stephen Boyd Higgins — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Stephen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing class action attorneys in St Louis.
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How to hire Stephen Boyd Higgins — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Stephen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in St Louis, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Stephen
Stephen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Stephen Boyd Higgins
How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephen offer a free consultation?
Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple class action matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside St Louis?
Stephen is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Stephen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Stephen?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephen accepting new class action clients right now?
Stephen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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