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Charles E. Bridges
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Biography
Attorney Charles E. Bridges has been representing the citizens of St. Charles, Missouri for more than three decades. A native of St. Charles County, lawyer Charles E. Bridges has a lifelong connection and familiarity with the community and courts of St. Charles, County.
Whether representing a client who is divorcing, defending someone who has been criminally accused, or referring his clients to qualified attorneys for their personal injury or worker's compensation claims, Bridges Law Firm provides comprehensive, quality legal representation.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Custody
20%
46 years
Child Support
20%
46 years
DUI and DWI
20%
46 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
46 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Missouri for 49 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1976
No misconduct found
Location
Bridges Law Firm
125 North Main, Saint Charles, MO, 63301
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Charles E. Bridges's Reviews
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Posted by Jessica | February 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Lawyer
Charles will work hard on your case and he is extremely honest and fair. His fees are reasonable. He never misses a court date and will keep you up to speed on what to do.
Posted by Amy | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Divorce (dissolution w/children)
I Hired Charles Bridges to handle my divorce & he did a Great Job. He always answered all of my questions & explained how my case was going & always appeared at each court hearing on time & I have recommend him to friends & family. His fees were reasonable too.
Charles E. Bridges's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Bridges is a preeminent lawyer in divorce, child custody, modification. He is also an outstanding criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Rick Massey
Family lawyer
Christine Hendrix
Divorce and separation lawyer
Jack Adams
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Rand Scopel
Divorce and separation lawyer
David James
Criminal defense lawyer
John James
Personal injury lawyer
Charles James
Criminal defense lawyer
Emily Kaiser
Family lawyer
Ross Buehler
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
10 Best in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
10 Best in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1981
Outstanding Law Enfocement Officer, St Charles Jaycees
1974
Guy Thompson Award, University of Missouri School of Law
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Principal, Bridges Law Firm
1986 - 2014
Partner, Bridges and Seibel
1983 - 1986
Partner, Bridges and Nichols
1983 - 1986
Instructor, St. Mary's College
1981 - 1983
Associate, Hannegan and Knight
1977 - 1981
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, St. Charles Prosecuting Attorney's Office
Associations
1976 - Present
Missouri BarMember
1976 - Present
St. Charles County Bar AssociationMember
1988 - 1992
Missouri Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1987 - 1990
Sheriff Advisory BoardMember
1974 - 1976
Missouri Law ReviewMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v Defendant
Defendant found not guilty on all charges
Education
1976
University of Missouri School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
University of Missouri, St. Louis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
1993
Gateway to Understanding
Child Abuse
1990
Missouri Public Defenders Advanced Advocacy Workshop
Defending Child Sex Cases
1989
Family Law Seminar
Distinguishing Between True and False Allegations of Child Sexual Abuse in Divorce Cases
Publications
1992
Metropolitan Bar Association of St Louis
Distinguishing Between True and False Allegations of Child Sexual Abuse in Divorce Cases
1975
Missouri Law Review
The Application of Surface Water Rules to Urban Areas
1974
Missouri Law Review
ABA Code of Professional Responsibilty: An Attorney's Right to Self Defense
Languages
English