Vernon R. Dawdy

Vernon R. Dawdy

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 49 years

Family Lawyer at Fenton, MO
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Probate

14 Green Valley, Fenton, MO

About Vernon

Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 49 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1976

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Dawdy Law Firm

14 Green Valley, Fenton, MO, 63026-0520

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Vernon R. Dawdy's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by fred | June 12, 2015

needed legal advise

Mr. Dawdy is an excellent lawyer. When we needed legal advise and help he was able to let us know what we were expected to do and kept us informed all the way. Not really knowing the legal system and court system he kept us informed at all times as to what we could expect and what was expected of u...s. He was very professional but at the same time, kept us at ease. This was a difficult time for us and he made the process much easier for us.

Posted by Tom | May 12, 2015

Vernon Dawdy

I began using Vern Dawdy for all of my personal and business needs beginning approximately 35 years ago. He possesses great communication skills and is an excellent litigator. I’ve found him easy to contact and he always returns my calls on a timely basis. I’ve found him straightforward and rea...listic regarding possible outcomes on my cases. Additionally he possesses a gift for writing contracts, as verified in litigation. In conclusion if Mr. Dawdy weren’t the best he wouldn’t still represent me after all of these years.

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2014

Fathers Rights Advocate-Simply the Best (Please Read My Review)

Mr. Dawdy is a fantastic lawyer. He is well renowned in the legal community and sits on the state board of ethics. He is a no nonsense "straight shooter" who is not afraid to "roll up his sleeves" and work for you. Whereas many lawyers wont let their client have a say in their OWN case . Mr. Dawdy wi...ll listen to you, advise you on your options, and let you make the final decisions, if you so chose. Mr. Dawdy's down to earth and humble demeanor is very refreshing in the legal community. Mr. Dawdy is a fantastic "partner" to have on your legal team. Oftentimes he will work well into the evenings making sure his clients are taken care of. Mr. Dawdys experience is second-to-none. He has seen it all, and is a fantastic ally to have advocating for you. I would highly recommend Mr. Dawdy to anyone (especially a father wanting a fair go in family court).

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Commissioner, Missouri Ethics Commission

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Dawdy Law Firm

1985 - 2008

Partner, Lofftus and Dawdy

1980 - 1981

Professor, Truman State University

1977 - 1981

Prosecuting Attorney, Cole County Prosecuting Attorney

1971 - 1975

Police Officer, St. Louis Police Department

Associations

1990 - Present

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

Member

1982 - Present

Jefferson County Bar Association

member

1981 - Present

US District Court Eastern MO

member

1981 - Present

US Court of Appeals 8 Circuit

member

1978 - Present

US District Court Western MO

member

1976 - Present

Missouri Bar

Member

2011 - 2016

Missouri State Bar Association

Commissioner

Sample of Legal Cases

Pauley v. Pauley, 771 S.W.2d 105 (Mo. App. E.D., 1989)

reversed the current law

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Education

1976

University of Missouri School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

United States Military Academy

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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