Licensed for 15 years

State MO

Acquired 2008

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Ryan Lee Munro

Child custody Attorney at Saint Louis, MO

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A Friend in my Corner

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Practice areas

Child custody

20%
Child support

20%
Divorce and separation

20%

My practice includes all family law related actions such as divorce, legal separation, custody, support, paternity, grandparents rights, as well as post-judgment motions for modification and contempt.
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Family

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My practice includes all family law related actions such as divorce, legal separation, custody, support, paternity, grandparents rights, as well as post-judgment motions for modification and contempt.
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Ryan L. Munro focuses his legal scope on family litigation involving high asset property division, spousal support, paternity, child custody, orders of protection, guardianship, and bullying. Mr. Munro’s background in psychology is a tremendous asset in reviewing psychological evaluations and assessing mental health issues that often arise in family law matters. Prior to becoming an attorney, he worked for five years in a family business as a concrete plant manager who oversaw teamster drivers. With this experience, he is uniquely situation to understand and evaluate complex business issues that arise in family law cases.

Awards

Client's Choice

2016

Contact Ryan

Lake Munro, LLC

(314) 626-0612 Office

1650 Des Peres Road

Suite 220

Saint Louis, MO, 63131

lakemunrolaw.com/

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Lake Munro, LLC

(314) 626-0612 Office

6 Westbury Dr.

Saint Charles, MO, 63301

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4.9 / 5.0

12 customer reviews

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Client's Choice

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Posted by Bryan | September 17, 2018

Great Attorney

Ryan helped me design and obtain a favorable signed parenting plan with an uncooperative other side. He was patient with my millions of questions too.

Posted by Dan | January 29, 2016

A Friend in my Corner

While I understand my situation is not unique, I never felt like I was just another case in his book. I knew I had a friend in my corner. A friend who not only knows how to fight, but just as importantly, when to.

Posted by Candice | December 10, 2021

The best lawyer in all of St. Louis

Ryan Munro is the attorney you seek if you need an attorney who is going to be your advocate in a divorce. Highly intelligent with a brilliant team of associates and partners who are beyond knowledgeable in every aspect of not only family law but business law as well. You get the best of both worlds with this lawyer and his firm. He is extremely ethical and doesn’t not fall in with many of the back door dealings that other local attorney left practice in Saint Louis. If you want to win and you want to be confident that you are receiving impeccable representation, this is the attorney to hire.

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Posted by Jason | March 19, 2019

Great attorney

Ryan is a very thorough and an attorney that helped me out when I needed him the most. I would highly recommend Ryan.

Posted by Susan | January 7, 2019

Introductory session review

we had an hour-long, free introductory consultation. Wow, am super impressed. We had a very focused discussion where he directly addressed my questions. He seemed quite strategic, broadly informed, and was also attuned to the limits of his knowledge (in which case he directed me to whom / where to find the info). Consul Munro also made suggestions that i could pursue on my own in my own jurisdiction...I am so impressed when lawyers put their clients' needs before their own.

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Posted by Don | June 16, 2016

Best of the best

Ryan was very involved in our case and never failed to get back to me when I called or sent a text. That's important. I would highly recommend him for anyone going through this process.

Posted by Alan | January 29, 2016

Divorce lawyer

Divorce is not easy as it can be a very emotional time. Ryan did a great job of listening, giving me all of my options and representing me in a very professional manner. I would highly recommend working with Ryan as I have shared his name friends of mine looking for an attorney to work with.

Posted by Bobbi | January 29, 2016

Issue was a restraining order

This was an emotional issue because it involved a family member. Ryan handled it with sensitivity and professionalism. He prepared me to testify at the hearing but convinced the client to sign the order without going through the hearing, which would have been very uncomfortable. It ended as well as such a thing can.

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2016

Defender of the Weak

My divorce was a very difficult one, since I was the one who wanted to stay in the marriage. I was also going through a health crisis at the same time. He stood toe to toe with opposing counsel when it was needed, and he wouldn't let them take advantage of me or the situation. When all was said and done, I got everything that I needed to move on with my life.

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Posted by James | January 29, 2016

Personal and Professional

Divorce isn't always easy. So, it helps to have someone who understands both the personal and professional consequences. I certainly recommend him.

Posted by Sleeper | September 18, 2013

I wouldn't want him to be my opponent's attorney!

Mr. Munro knows what he knows, and more importantly, he knows what he doesn't know, and he prepares himself in advance if you have an unusual issue, as I do. He has quite a commanding presence and isn't afraid to use it on behalf of his client if necessary, without resorting to rudeness or inappropriate behavior, as I have seen other attorneys do. Because my issue isn't quite resolved I am not comfortable citing any degree of detail, but I am confident in Mr. Munro and very happy that he's on my side and not the opposition's. He has the reputation and experience of a strong, established firm full of very fine attorneys to draw upon, and he is up to the task. I believe I would be more than a bit nervous if he were on the other side.... and really, what better compliment can you pay to a law professional?

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Posted by anonymous | February 2, 2016

Got the job Done!

Ryan was assigned to my case by my original attorney who went on maternity leave. While Ryan wasn't particularly familiar with the history of my case he quickly brought himself up to speed and my case was eventually settled. I am happy that part of my life is over but if I would ever find the need for representation again, I would call Ryan.

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Attorney
Lake Munro, LLC
2020 - Present

Attorney
Coulter Lambson, LLC
2015 - 2019

Associate Attorney
Paule, Camazine & Blumenthal, P.C.
2008 - 2015

Law Clerk
Paule, Camazine & Blumnthal, P.C.
2007 - 2008

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Education

University of Tulsa College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008

University of Kansas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1999

University of Kansas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1999

Associations

St. Charles County Bar Association
Member
2016 - Present

St. Louis County Bar Association
Member
2008 - Present

American Bar Association
Member
2008 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
Member
2017 - 2021

American Society of Legal Advocates
Member
2016 - 2019

Father's Support Center
Board Member
2012 - 2016

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
Member
2008 - 2016

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell®
2023

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell®
2022

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell®
2021

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell®
2020

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell®
2019

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2018

10 Best Family Law Attorney
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2018

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2017

10 Best Family Law Attorney
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2017

Top 100 Lawyers
American Society of Legal Advocates
2017

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2016

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40
National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2016

Top Attorneys: Outstanding Young Lawyers In Missouri & Kansas
KC Magazine
2015

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2015

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2014

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2013

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Publications

Missouri Bar Family Law CLE Deskbook
Taxation - I Mo. Family Law §17 (MoBar 8th ed.)
2023

Missouri Bar Family Law CLE Deskbook
Use of Experts - I Mo. Family Law §21 (MoBar 8th ed.)
2023

Missouri Bar Family Law CLE Deskbook
Enforcement of Judgment and Orders - I Mo. Family Law §24 (MoBar 7th ed. Cum. Supp. 2018)
2019

Missouri Bar Family Law CLE Deskbook
Enforcement of Judgment and Orders - I Mo. Family Law §24 (MoBar 7th ed. Cum. Supp. 2014)
2015

Missouri Bar Family Law CLE Deskbook
Enforcement of Judgment and Orders - I Mo. Family Law §24 (MoBar 7th ed.)
2012

Missouri Bar Family Law CLE Deskbook
Enforcement of Judgment and Orders - I Mo. Family Law §24 (MoBar 6th ed. Cum. Supp. 2010)
2009

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Speaking Engagements

Surviving Cross Examination
Surviving Cross Examination
2012

Attorney endorsements

Received (9)

Given (51)

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown Attorney | Feb 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

Frank Schmidt

Family Attorney | Nov 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ryan for a number of years, but recently by coincidence he has represented a few mutual acquaintances of ours. Each one of them have commented to me how much they appreciated Ryan's professionalism during a rough stage."

Jack Hauser

Family Attorney | Aug 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ryan is a well respected ethical attorney. He is an aggressive litigator; however, he is also a savvy negotiator and knows how to settle cases for clients. I highly recommend Ryan."