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Lisa D. Faulstich

Lisa D. Faulstich

5.0
94 reviews
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Family Lawyer at Clayton, MO
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Probate ... +3 more

Suite 604, 130 S. Bemiston, Clayton, MO

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About Lisa

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Family 40%

I have represented many families both in the capacity as attorney for a husband or wife in divorce cases, but also have represented abused and neglected children in the capacity as court-appointed attorney for children, otherwise known as a guardian ad litem (g.a.l.) in both domestic relations cases and juvenile cases and sometimes in probate cases such as guardianships and adoptions. I have been a g.a.l. for 23 years and it is very rewarding work.

38 years | 2,000 cases

40%
Divorce and Separation 25%

This is also family law. I have represented as many husbands as I have wives always attempting to advocate strongly for my client while reminding them that if they have a child involved in their divorce, they need to remember how each of their decisions will affect their child and that if it were up to the child, the child would probably not want their parents to live in separate households and to be sensitive to that fact as they make decisions throughout the divorce.

38 years | 2,000 cases

25%
Probate 15%

Throughout my practice I have met with many clients and helped them prepare for the future in terms of their real and personal property, whether that be in the form of a wil, trust, power of attorney, beneficiary deed etc. and I have helped loved ones deal with the death of a loved one as they attempt to navigate their way through the probate court when dealing with a person's estate when they have created a will and sometimes when they have not.

38 years | 200 cases

15%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

This area is also part of my probate practice. I have done extensive estate planning which usually involves creations of a Will, Living Will, Durable Power of Attorney, General Power of Attorney, Beneficiary Deed or a Trust. After creating a will for a client, I generally encourage them to advise the personal representative of their estate to contact me at the time of their death to open a probate estate or file other necessary documents to effectuate their estate planning wishes.

38 years | 100 cases

10%
Adoption 9%

I have handled contested adoptions, including termination of the natural parent's parental rights and I have handled uncontested adoptions, such as step-parent adoptions where the natural parents have consented to the adoption.I have represented adopting parents. I have represented children to be adopted as guardian ad litem to ensure that their rights were protected. I have also represented natural parents that did not want their rights terminated and taken several cases up on appeal.

38 years | 50 cases

9%
Mediation 1%

I have wanted for years to be able to add mediation to my repertoire and was finally able to participate in the necessary 40 hours of Mediation Training during the COVID pandemic.

6 years | 1 case

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour

Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 37 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1988

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Location

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Suite 604, 130 S. Bemiston, Clayton, MO, 63105

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Lisa D. Faulstich's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

94 Client Reviews

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Practice Areas
Divorce & Separation (34) Child Custody (16) Family (16) Wills & Living Wills (16) Estate Planning (9) Probate (8) Lawsuits & Disputes (6) Child Support (3) Adoption (2) Alimony (2) Litigation (2) Power Of Attorney (2) Guardianship (1) Limited Liability Company (LLC) (1) Military Law (1) Trusts (1) Uncontested Divorce (1)
What Clients Mention
Practice Area Knowledge (39) Professionalism (34) Case Results (31) Recommendation (29) Communication Style (28) Advocacy (23) Responsiveness (22) General Knowledge (19) Character & Conduct (14) Cost of Services (12) Staff & Support (9) Trustworthiness (9) Compassion (8) Punctuality (4)

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Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent choice

I hired Lisa to represent me during a difficult divorce. She did everything she promised, on time, and provided great advice when I had to make tough choices. I found her billed hours to be very fair - she can get a lot done in a very short time period - yes she bills for all of her services, but w...orks so fast that billing is essentially a non-issue. She can get aggressive when needed, but overall I am grateful that she usually recommended that I take the high road. My divorce was concluded without the necessity and expense of a court trial, and I can look at myself in the mirror and say I didn't do any of the nasty things I might have liked to do.

Posted by Tonya | June 25, 2015 | Child Custody

Pro-Father Advocate!

Lisa represented my husband in gaining more custody with his out-of-state daughter that lives in Missouri (we live in California). Previously, we had been going to Missouri every month for five day visits to see his daughter. She helped us get 21 weeks a year with his daughter in California until she... starts school. She is a strong father advocate, who definitely has the welfare of the child as her priority. She also helped us through a few legal loopholes that the other attorney tried to argue to get the case dismissed due to her strong knowledge of case law. She is a straight-shooter and I cannot recommend her highly enough!

Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Specialist

Lisa, was an Excellent Divorce Attorney to work with. I found Lisa in the reviews on-line, during my search for a Attorney. I interviewed Lisa along with a couple of attorneys before making my decision to go with Lisa, and glad I did. She was excellent to deal with thru my tough process dealing wi...th my divorce. Lisa listened to my situation and helped me adjust to what needed to strategically be done. Lisa was very speedy on getting everything accomplished, and kept me informed, along with what to expect and do every step of the way. I would highly recommend Lisa for a Attorney.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Stays the course, prepared and thorough

Lisa was my divorce atty and 2 years later assisted me in custody disputes. Lisa is very upfront, a steady logical voice when emotions are high. She is very matter of fact and always prepared. Lisa was able to represent me well and concluded the case in our favor. Better results than I was anticipat...ing! She has integrity and a good reputation in the St. Louis County Family Courts...don't underestimate the power that has!

Posted by Elizabeth | January 06, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Best Investment

Lisa was my second counsel. My first counsel during my divorce was very unprofessional and lacked communication. Once I found Lisa and her team, I instantly felt comfortable. She not only took care of issues that were left uncompleted by the first counsel, she also provided communication to me on a d...aily basis. Lisa was my attorney and also fulfilled the role of actual counsel. Lisa proved over and over again that my son and I were her top priority. I never once felt like I was interrupting her or causing irritation. She was available through phone and email at any given time. Lisa and her staff respected the emotions that I brought with me. They all seemed to carry the same passion for my case as I did. That being said, Lisa was my sound mind when my emotions were high. She didn't disregard my emotions, yet she talked me through them to resolve the issues rather than make them worse. When it came to court and negotiation, I never worried. I had complete faith in my attorney. Once the divorce was complete, the law firm still maintained communication with me. They all helped me to square away any outstanding issues. From a legal stand point, the court's perspective was always made aware to me. There was never a time that I was let down. There was never any miscommunication, misleading, or misrepresentation. Lisa and her staff were all very professional as well as personal. Thank you so very much for fighting what turned out to be a battle. I felt confident and secure knowing I had Lisa and her staff on my side. I would recommend Lisa Faulstich and her staff to any friends, family, or complete strangers looking for a respectable attorney.

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Probate lawyer | Feb 10

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Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 09

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Richard Faulstich

Family lawyer | May 27

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"I endorse this lawyer's work. Lisa's leadership in the legal community is just one example of why she is a great attorney. Lisa is knowledgeable, ethical, and practical. She truly cares about the person or persons that she is helping with a legal matter. That combination of qualities is a rare find in todays legal world."

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Margaret Price

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 26

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"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ms. Faulstich is an excellent lawyer, with great legal expertise and hard work ethic. I recommend her to people regularly, so I am happy to do so on Avvo."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Family Law "10 Best Attorneys", American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2020

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry

2019

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®

2017

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®

2016

Top 100 Family Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

10 Best Attorneys for Missouri, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Top Rated Lawyer in Family Law, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Best Law Firms, St. Louis Small Business Monthly

2015

Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association Of Distinguished Counsel

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2015

Premier 100 Trial Attorneys of Missouri, American Academy of Trial Attorneys

2015

Superb Rated Attorney, Avvo

2015

Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top 100 Family Lawyers in the State of Missouri, American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

Superb Rated Attorney, Avvo

2014

Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

The Global Directory of Who's Who, Who's Who Legal

2014

Worldwide Registry of Excellence, American Registry

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2014

10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Missouri, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2013

Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Martindale-Hubbell Preeminent AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Martindale- Hubbell Preeminent AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2006 - Present

President, Faulstich Law Firm, P.C.

1992 - 2006

President, Lisa D. Faulstich, P.C.

1988 - 2006

Associate, Lofftus and Dawdy Law Firm

Associations

2009 - Present

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

Chair of Family Law and Juvenile Law Section

1988 - Present

Missouri State Bar

Attorney Member

2002 - 2003

Jefferson County Bar Association

President

2001 - 2002

Jefferson County Bar Association

Vice President and Treasurer

Education

1988

St Louis Univ School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Missouri, St. Louis

BA - Bachelor of Arts Summa Cum Laude

1981

Northwest High School - House Springs

Valedictorian

Speaking Engagements

2019

St. Louis University Pre-Law Class

Family Law

2018

St. Louis Univeristy Pre-Law Class

Family Law

2017

St. Louis University Pre-Law Class

Family Law

2016

St. Louis University Pre-Law Class

Family Law

2015

St. Louis University Pre-Law Class

Family Law

2014

WSLA Fall Networking Event

Family Law

2014

Women's Radio Network Interview

Family Law and Probate Law

2014

St. Louis University Pre-law Class

Family Law

2013

St. Louis University Pre-law class

Family Law

2010

College Age Kids and Divorce

Issues related to college age kids and divorce

Publications

2010

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis - Family Law Section College Age Kids and Divorce

Languages

English

Activity

30

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Q&A

If my visits aren’t being facilitated as they should &my child’s team isn’t going about my case in the right manner what do I do

03 May 2021
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Can I fight for custody of my grandkids who were just removed from their mother by the Division of Family Services?

04 May 2021
Q&A

What can I do if I am unable to go to court now that I moved to another state?

27 Jan 2020
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