Joan Amendola Coulter

Joan Amendola Coulter

also known as The Coulter Law Firm, LLC

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 24 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Saint Louis, MO
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Marriage & Prenuptials ... +2 more

8820 Ladue Road, Suite 203, Saint Louis, MO

About Joan

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 24 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2001

Good Standing, Active

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Location

The Coulter Law Firm, LLC

8820 Ladue Road, Suite 203, Saint Louis, MO, 63141

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Joan Amendola Coulter's Reviews

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9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tony | April 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Ethical

Joan represent me for family court. My daughter's father was taking me to court for custody issues. Joan did a great job! So much that I wanted to hire her for my daughter GAL. My daughter's father passed away and my husband is adopting her. Joan let me know that she cannot represent my daughter... because it would be a conflict of interest. She recommend a colleague.

Posted by Gwen and Jim | December 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Joan has been a blessing to our family!

We have used Joan's insight and experience twice now in 5 years - I cannot begin to express our gratitude for her help. Not only does she have a great knowledge of Missouri laws, she is compassionate, has great insight, can fall back on years of her experience and she is extremely supportive. She r...esponds quickly and professionally. I never once felt as if I was not aware of what was happening, or that she was too busy to answer any of my many questions. If you need great, professional, informed assistance with a family court issue, Joan is the person you should use. She intercedes, interprets, and guides you with compassion and knowledge. Thank you Joan!

Posted by Rene | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Experienced, Efficient, Straight-Shooter

Joan is efficient, fast, time-conscious and very cost effective. She made excellent recommendations for outside professionals' services and refused to move forward without some of those services, which proved to be invaluable. She is very clear, precise, organized, on-time, and prompt at returning ...calls. I had a very complicated legal situation, and Joan handled it expertly. She cuts through the confusion in a situation and tells you what you need to hear. Joan believes in what is right and will fight for her client to get what is fair. She will tell you if you are being unreasonable, and she will also help you to hang in there until you get a just and reasonable outcome, even if you feel like quitting. She doesn't beat up the opposition, but she doesn't back down either. I was very fortunate to have Joan as my attorney. I absolutely recommend her. She is excellent.

Posted by Dana | January 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The right balance of everything you want in a lawyer

Joan is consultative, respectful, and most importantly, driven to get you what you need on the unfortunate instance of needing a lawyer (it's usually under poor circumstances, right?). Joan was the right amount of aggressive and I never doubted for a second that she would help me get what I need, and... I had a relatively easy divorce. I highly recommend Joan for anyone. Considering a lawyer was needed in the first place, I had the best possible outcome of a quality lawyer. Absolutely hire Joan.

Posted by Karen | December 18, 2014

Joan is the tiger in the court.

Since my daughters death I have had to deal with several attorneys. Joan has been the 5 star attorney & I would tell everyone WHY WOULD YOU USE ANYONE ELSE?

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Joan Amendola Coulter's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anthony Gray

Family lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is thorough, responsive, and very understanding. She is able to breakdown the most complicated matters into easy and simple pieces. This is extremely important in order to achieve success as a family law expert. I genuinely appreciate her."

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Leigh Carson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joan is very well-versed in the law and a skilled practitioner who always puts her client's needs first. She is very well-respected by attorneys and judges, particularly in cases involving children with educational challenges."

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Daniel Schramm

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Joan and I worked together on a recent case. Joan showed a thorough knowledge of domestic relations law and advocated zealously for her client to obtain a successful result."

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David Rubin

Family lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Neimeyer

Family lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Joan is a highly experienced attorney and has a strong knowledge of family law. She is very professional."

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Robert Parson

Family lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leif Hamman

Family lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have become familiar with Ms. Coulter's legal skill from her exposure on Avvo. She has the right answers and knows what to do. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jay Galmiche

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joan has been the opposing attorney on divorce/child custody case. She is very knowledgeable and a skilled negotiator. Joan is an excellent attorney."

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Joseph Lambson

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Joan is a fantastic attorney. If you have a family law matter, I would highly recommend Joan to anyone looking for a strong advocate."

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Lee Thompson

Family lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Although I do not know Ms. Coulter personally, in answers to questions on this site, I have had the opportunity to review many written by her by and her advice is always very sound and well reasoned."

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Christy Thompson

Family lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amarilis Dennis

Family lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. This lawyer is very caring and has the knowledge and expertise to get the job done."

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Christopher Hoffmann

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. In Saint Louis, you cannot find a better lawyer for Divorce, Alimony, Maintenance, Separation, Child Custody, or Child Support. Her reputation in the legal community is unmatched. Clients I refer her consistantly say she won their case."

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Herbert Ellis

Family lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Heater

Family lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is highly competent, easy to work with, and well-respected in her field."

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Coulter is one of the finest family lawyers in her state. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."

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Tonya Page

Family lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Margaret Murphy

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Joan really cares about her clients, and is always looking out for their best interest. She is a fantastic courtroom attorney."

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Benicia Baker-Livorsi

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She has a great relationship with clients and peers in the community and she is as compassionate as she is patient."

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Joseph Burcke

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joan is a well experienced, caring and thoughtful attorney who superbly represents her clients in one of the more emotionally charged areas of the law. Her ability to find win/win solutions to family problems makes her one of the better family law attorneys in the metropolitan area."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

Thanks and Appreciation, Special School District

N/A

Alumnae of the Year, Saint Joseph Academy

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Principal, The Coulter Law Firm, LLC

2002 - 2012

Owner, Joan A. Coulter, Attorney & Counselor at Law

2001 - 2002

Associate, Yates & May

Associations

2020 - Present

Women Lawyers Association of Greater St. Louis

Member

2019 - Present

Women's Lawyer Association of St. Louis

Member

2016 - Present

Chamber of Commerce

Member

2015 - Present

St. Charles County Bar Association

member

2004 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Juvenile Law Committee

2004 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Educational Law committee

2001 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2015

National Association of Professional Women

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Confidential

Favorable outcomes!

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Education

1998

Saint Louis University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

University of Southern California

MS - Master of Science

1976

University of Southern California

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

SAFETI Program and the Role of the Guardian ad Litem

Representing Parents in Juvenile Court

Publications

2013

Town and Style Magazine Q & A With The Experts - Protecting Your Future

2013

Town & Style St. Louis Running the Show

2013

Town & Style St. Louis Family-Owned Businesses

Languages

English

Activity

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