David Terry has been an attorney since 1994 and has honed his skills representing both plaintiffs and defendants. Since 2001, David has devoted 100% of his practice to serious personal injury cases such as nursing home abuse and neglect, motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death cases and consumer protection cases. For more information about David and the types of cases handled at the Terry Law Firm, visit one of our websites at or or .
"I believe everyone who is injured through no fault of their own should have the opportunity to seek appropriate compensation to make them whole. That is one reason why I wrote the books I have written. I want to help people know their rights and, more importantly, know how to put their rights into action."
David Terry has authored the following books and blogs:
In addition to advocating for the injured in Missouri, Illinois and Arkansas, David is a clean water advocate. David is supportive of several organizations whose sole mission is to solve the clean water crisis around the world. David traveled to El Salvador in September, 2011 with a team of individuals from around the United States to drill a fresh water well and to Honduras with Water Missions International-Honduras to help install fresh water systems.
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Chat withState: Arkansas
Acquired: 2010
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State: Illinois
Acquired: 2000
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State: Missouri
Acquired: 1994
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 2014
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State: Colorado
Acquired: 2008
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2001 S. Big Bend Blvd., Suite 209, Saint Louis, MO, 63117
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Posted by Shirley | September 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney
My case was unusual. Not your standard. In fact, a case like it had never been seen in the STL court system before. That did not stop Mr. Terry from accepting my case, doing an outstanding job in bring it to a successful conclusion. I live in another state. Worked the case for over two years. Th...
Posted by Tony | November 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
David met with me and had a couple phone conversations before the meter even started running. He clearly stated what he could and could not do in my case. I put down a deposit of which I received a partial refund even after telling him to keep it because he deserved and earned it. My issue was a 15...
Posted by Alan | July 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I thought David did an excellent job on my moms case. He was very personable, stayed in touch with me and my siblings and was straight forward with us. Our dad was the one who hired David, and even though dad wasn't with us long afterwards, he really liked David and spoke highly of him. I recommend D...
Posted by Peggy | July 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I feel like he showed more "heart" than any attorney I've dealt with in my time and I am thankful for that. Lawsuits can't fix broken hearts but David was kind and was always readily available for us when we needed him.
Posted by DAWN | November 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney
To whom it may concern.I hired mr terry to look into a case for me and mr terry did he had done a remarkable job he hired wonder people to also help providing proof to help me .He helped me with opening an estate and explaining to me why things were important to do he walked me threw everything we ha...
"I endorse David Terry because he is a superb attorney who is extremely knowledgeable about the law and extremely dedicated to his clients. David will pursue justice for his injured and neglected clients. He is aggressive when necessary yet kind and compassionate with those who need and rely on his guidance."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Terry is a very knowledgeable and well respected personal injury and nursing home neglect and abuse attorney"
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Dec 13
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. He knows what he is doing."
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Aug 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"David is a nationally-recognized nursing home abuse and neglect advocate. His focus and attention are almost entirely dedicated to representing families whose loved ones have been victims of improper care, abuse and neglect at nursing homes. Because of his expertise, I refer some of my sadder and more tragic cases to David to team up to help me work on them for the betterment of my clients. As a trusted teammate for my own clients' cases, I endorese David without reservation."
"David Terry is a well-known name within trucking accident litigation. He is highly respected by his colleagues. I have had the great fortune to discuss legal issues and fact patterns with David in the past and have always been impressed by his legal acumen. I give him my highest endorsement."
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Aug 09
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. I think Dave is one of the most knowledgeable and able trial lawyers in this field which, in my opinion, requires special expertise. I wouldn't hesitate to refer any matter to Dave in which my office might have a conflict.."
"Given their age and already declining health, the elderly often feel pushed aside when injured. It takes a special type of person to handle nursing home neglect cases. David Terry is that guy. Not only does he know the law and have extensive experience, he cares. David Terry cares about his clients and their families and that is what sets him apart from the rest. I would proudly recommend him to family, friends and clients."
"I endorse David without hesitation. He is a detail oriented attorney who works hard to achieve the best results possible for his clients. David cares about his clients and focus on their cases like a laser. There are few attorneys who are as dedicated and hardworking as David. He is truly an advocate for his clients."
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Dec 19
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. David is an extremely well prepared lawyer who works tirelessly for his clients. I have seen firsthand how David methodically prepares for litigation and would recommend him without hesitation."
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Dec 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer because he represents the highest standards of character and professionalism. He is honest, hard working and truly cares about his clients. He represents the best of what we want lawyers to be. In short, he comes highly recommended."
"David Terry is an amazing and talented lawyer and a credit to our calling. David matches tremendous ability with character, caring and humility. I am particularly impressed with his strategic thinking and planning in cases. Anyone having David on their side in a legal matter has a decisive advantage."
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2012
AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2016 - Present
Owner, Trial Attorney, Terry Law Firm, LLC
2014 - 2016
Attorney, Smith, Gildea & Schmidt, LLC
2001 - 2014
Attorney, Terry Law Firm, L.L.C.
1999 - 2001
Attorney, Armstrong Teasdale
1998 - 1999
Attorney, Moser & Marsalek, PC
1994 - 1998
Attorney, The Limbaugh Law Firm
2010 - Present
Arkansas Bar Association
2001 - Present
Nursing Home Litigation Group
1998 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
1994 - Present
American Association for Justice
1994 - Present
Missouri Bar Association
2008 - 2013
Colorado Bar Association
Confidential settlement
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect in Missouri
2016
Using Focus Groups in Nursing Home Litigation
2015
Nursing Home Litigation in Maryland
2015
Nursing Home Litigation in Maryland
2015
Nursing Home Litigation in Maryland
2014
The Reality of Nursing Home Litigation and the Role of the Life Care Planning Law Firm
2012
The 10 Most Common Injuries Suffered in Car Accidents
2012
Advanced Expert Witness
2010
James Bond and Law Firm Technology
2009
Safekeeping Elders: How to Take on the Negligent Nursing Home
2009
The Latest Research On Pressure Ulcers
2008
Nursing Home Litigation in Missouri: DOA or Alive and Well?
2005
Deposing the Nursing Staff in Nursing Home Litigation
2005
Taking the Case to Trial: Opening Statements
2005
Discovery in Nursing Home Litigatino
2005
Initial Considerations and Pre-Trial Procedure
2005
Nursing Home Litigation in Missouri
2005
Nursing Home Litigation in Missouri
2004
Elder Care and Concern: Complex Nursing Home Litigation Strategies
2004
Initial Considerations and Pre-Trial Procedure
2004
Discovery in Nursing Home Litigation
2004
Taking the Case to Trial
2004
Game, Set, Match: Deposing the Nursing Home Staff
2003
Nursing Home Litigation: Winning Strategies and Tactics
2003
Game, Set and Match: Deposing The Nursing Home Employee
2002
Preparing and Managing the Elder Abuse Case
2000
Managing the Difficult Employee: From the Average Joe to GI Joe
2000
Bullets and Band-Aids: Violence in the Healthcare Setting
1999
Considerations in Malpractice
2015
2002
English
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