About Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC is recognized nationwide for delivering sophisticated defense representation to leading businesses and professionals. The firm’s approach begins with understanding each client’s goals, then building strategic pathways that add measurable value. Known for excellence in and out of the courtroom, the firm leverages decades of trial experience and a reputation for resolving complex, high-stakes matters across industries.

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC maintains a broad litigation practice that includes class actions, multidistrict litigation, product liability, toxic tort, commercial disputes, employment matters, medical malpractice defense, insurance coverage, and governmental liability. With more than 1,000 trials handled collectively, the firm’s attorneys bring refined courtroom skills to every case. Early case assessment, meticulous fact development, and immediate evidence preservation enable the firm to position clients for strong outcomes from the start.

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC draws on deep industry knowledge and longstanding relationships with leading experts in medicine, engineering, aeronautics, technology, and environmental sciences. This collaborative model strengthens defense strategies in matters involving pharmaceuticals, aviation, trucking, construction, financial services, and public entities. Equally important is the firm’s command of regulatory frameworks, allowing attorneys to guide clients through evolving federal, state, and administrative requirements that shape litigation risk.

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC advances client interests through innovative technology, compelling advocacy, and a trial-ready posture that enhances negotiation leverage. The firm’s commitment extends beyond the courtroom through active leadership in professional organizations, community initiatives, DEI programs, and pro bono efforts. As a trusted defense partner with national reach and a forward-thinking philosophy, the firm continues to shape the litigation landscape while delivering results that reflect skill, preparation, and unwavering dedication.

Practice Areas

Lawsuits & Disputes
  • Appellate
  • Class Action & Multidistrict Litigation
  • Complex Commercial & Business Litigation
  • Construction Trial & Litigation
  • Cyber Liability, Privacy & Data Breach
  • Employment & Labor
  • Financial Services Litigation
  • Government Liability Defense
  • Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith
  • Intellectual Property
  • Law Enforcement & Civil Rights Defense
  • Mediation & Arbitration
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Personal Injury Defense
  • Premises Liability
  • Product Liability
  • Professional & Management Liability
  • Property Rights/Rails-to-Trails
  • Real Estate
  • Road Design Defense
  • Surety & Fidelity
  • Toxic/Mass Tort & Environmental
  • Trial Practice & Consulting

Fees

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Office locations for Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC - St. Louis

100 S 4th St Suite 900, St. Louis, MO 63102

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC - Kansas City

2400 E Pershing Rd #500, Kansas City, MO 64108

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC - Belleville

23 Public Square Suite 400, Belleville, IL 62220

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC - Overland Park

9393 W 110th St, Overland Park, KS 66210

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC - Edwardsville

101 W Vandalia St 240 i, Edwardsville, IL 62025