About
Ann Vatterott Bruntrager is a dedicated family law attorney at Bardol Law Firm, LLC in St. Louis, Missouri. From the start of her legal career, she has focused on helping clients through some of life’s most difficult moments. Her passion for family law began when she interned for Legal Advocates for Abused Women, where she witnessed firsthand the emotional challenges people face during family disputes. She then worked as a student attorney for the Catholic Legal Assistance Ministry, handling a wide range of family law matters for clients in need.
Ann earned her B.S. from Saint Louis University and her J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law. She also spent time studying abroad at Loyola University Chicago’s Rome Center, gaining a broader perspective that informs her compassionate approach today. Ann is licensed to practice law in Missouri and Illinois, allowing her to serve clients throughout the St. Louis region.
Ann’s practice covers all aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody, parenting time, adoption, asset division, and other related matters. She brings unique insight to adoption cases, having grown up with two adopted siblings herself. Her background in the business world also helps her navigate the practical and financial complexities of family law cases, ensuring that clients are prepared for both the emotional and monetary impacts of divorce and other legal issues.
Known for her compassionate approach and no-nonsense, results-driven mindset, Ann Vatterott Bruntrager is a trusted family law attorney who advocates for mothers, fathers, spouses, and children in need of skilled guidance. She has been recognized as a Missouri Lawyers Weekly “Up and Coming Lawyer” and selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for multiple years. Clients value Ann’s unwavering dedication, straightforward communication, and genuine commitment to helping families move forward with confidence.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Bardol Law Firm, LLC
- Member, Missouri Bar
- Member, Illinois State Bar Association
Licensed State
- Missouri
- Illinois
Education
- Saint Louis University School of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D) - Saint Louis University
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Awards & Badges

- Adoption
- Alimony
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce & Separation
- Domestic Violence
- Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements
- Guardianship





