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Luke Anthony Baumstark
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Biography
At O'Brien Law Firm, P.C., we represent clients in a wide range of personal injury matters, but with a special focus on survivors of sexual and/or physical abise seeking compession for what they have been through. I also have experience handling financial industry regulatory issues, government enforcement defense, financial industry contractual disputes, and insurance coverage matters as well. I have extensive courtroom experience (over thirty cases to verdict) and have gotten results for clients through mediation, arbitration, and dispositive pretrial motions.
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Licensed in Illinois for 15 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 21 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
O'Brien Law Firm, PC
135 W. Adams Avenue, Suite 200, Saint Louis, MO, 63122
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | April 08, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes
So very thankful!
Today I spoke with Mr. Baumstark regarding a few concerns in preparation for court. To say he was helpful as well as thorough, would be an understatement. He provided context and professional insight for my concerns & assured each questions was answered before the end of the call. In the event someon...
Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thorough, responsive and committed
Luke stepped up to take on my sister's civil suit when her attorney became a judge and no one else was interested in taking on the challenge. The matter was complex and Luke's thoroughness in reviewing the statements and findings resulted in his being able to put together a solid case to win. Furth...
Posted by Ramon R | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Extremely Knowledgeable and outstanding lawyer.
Luke Baumstark is an extremely knowledgeable and outstanding lawyer. He patiently listened and carefully reviewed the facts of my situation. He then advised me of my options and helped me choose the best option for my case. Luke consulted with me throughout the entire process and made sure that I un...
Luke Anthony Baumstark's Lawyer Endorsements
"Luke is an outstanding attorney who, at all times, sets forth the highest level of professionalism. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney."
"Luke's attention to detail and extensive trial experience make him a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. He has accumulated knowledge and skills as a prosecuting attorney, defense attorney, and plaintiff's attorney, which gives him unique insight in to an opposing counsel's thought process when fighting for his clients. I fully endorse Mr. Baumstark."
"Luke is a top-notch trial lawyer with a unique mix of civil and criminal litigation experience. Most important, he does the critical pre-trial detail work necessary for success."
"Luke and I started our legal careers as prosecutors at the St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office. Back then Luke enjoyed a reputation for being extremely well-prepared and very capable in the court room. That has continued to this day. Based upon my personal experience both working with Luke on cases and observing him in the courtroom, I have no hesitation endorsing this litigator."
"I worked with Luke while at the Circuit Attorney's office. Luke is an excellent presence in the courtroom and knows the intricacies involved with trials and courtroom procedure. He is thorough in trial preparation and knowledgeable on many facets of the law."
"Luke is a skilled trial lawyer. He is personable and trustworthy. Jurors want to follow his lead. He understands how to prepare a case and does excellent work researching and anticipating the other side's attacks. He can provide well reasoned and understandable advice on a variety of legal matters."
"I have known Luke Baumstark since we attended a law school together. He is a knowledgeable and experienced attorney who zealously represents his clients. Furthermore, he has more trial experience than most litigators having served as a City of St. Louis prosecutor for five years; and he uses this experience to good result with his clients. I regularly refer clients to Luke and have never received anything but glowing endorsement from those I send his way."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Stephen Slough
Personal injury lawyer
John Moffitt
DUI and DWI lawyer
David Cosgrove
Litigation lawyer
Daniel Finney
Litigation lawyer
Martin Minnigerode
Criminal defense lawyer
Salim Awad
Divorce and separation lawyer
Brian Reinhold
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Top 40 Under 40 - Criminal Defense, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Up & Coming Law Firm Leader, Missouri Lawyers Media
2007
Trial Star, Office of the Circuit Attorney
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Attorney, O'Brien Law Firm, P.C.
2017 - 2025
Attorney and Owner, The Baumstark Firm, LLC
2014 - 2017
Attorney and Member, Cosgrove Law Group, LLC
2010 - 2014
Attorney, Williams Venker & Sanders, LLC
2005 - 2010
Assistant Circuit Attorney, Office Of The Circuit Attorney
2004 - 2005
Attorney, O'Brien Law Firm
Associations
2016 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Bar Association of Metropolitan St. LouisMember
2016 - 2025
Criminal Justice Act Panel - United States District Court for the Eastern District of MissouriLead Panel Attorney
2015 - 2020
Manor Grove Board of DirectorsMember
2015 - 2018
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Young Professionals GroupMember
2014 - 2022
Webster Groves Lion's ClubMember
2011 - 2017
American Lung Association's Master the Met Stair Climb CommitteeCommittee Member
Education
2004
Washington University School of Law
JD
2001
University of Connecticut
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
The Securities Law Cram
State Actions
2016
Voir Dire: From Start to Finish
The Role of Social Media in Jury Selection; Ethical Considerations in Jury Selection
2016
Voir Dire and Jury Selection
Jury Selection Strategy; Ethical Considerations in Jury Selection
2016
CLE: Securities Arbitration
Pre-Hearing Matters
2016
CLE: Opening Statements
Opening Statements in Criminal Cases and Arbitrations
Publications
2017
St. Louis Lawyer
Threading the Needle: Presenting the Testimony of Guilty Defendants
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I file a restraining order against this woman to stop texting my boyfriend that I live with? Or me?
12 Apr 2016
Q&A
What does the trail setting mean
04 Apr 2016
Q&A
I fired my lawyer a few weeks before child custody trial, will that negatively reflect me?
23 Mar 2016