Richard A. Gartner

Richard A. Gartner is a highly respected family law attorney with more than four decades of experience in civil and criminal law at Gartner Law Firm. His practice focuses on Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, Criminal Defense, and Family Law. Throughout his career, he has handled a wide range of complex legal matters and has tried countless cases in courts across Missouri. His long-standing courtroom presence has earned him recognition as one of the state’s leading litigators. Clients rely on his deep legal knowledge, strong advocacy skills, and steady guidance at every stage of the legal process.

Richard earned a B.A. in Political Science and Psychology from the University of Missouri, St. Louis. He later obtained his J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law. He also holds an A.A. in Liberal Arts from Florissant Valley Community College. This educational background prepared him for analytical thinking, legal research, and effective courtroom advocacy.

Richard is a principal at the Gartner Law Firm in St. Peters, Missouri. He focuses on general civil and criminal trial litigation, including personal injury, workers’ compensation, family law, and criminal defense. He is admitted to practice before all Missouri circuit courts, the Missouri Court of Appeals for the Eastern District, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court.

Richard A. Gartner, a trial lawyer by trade,  has helped individuals and families resolve legal disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation aHe is known for taking an active role in every case and ensuring clients clearly understand their legal options. His approach emphasizes preparation, honesty, and strong courtroom advocacy, helping clients feel informed and confident. Through decades of service, he has consistently worked to protect rights, seek fair outcomes, and deliver dependable legal counsel.

Law Office Affiliations

• Principal Attorney, The Gartner Law Firm
• Member, Missouri Bar Association
• Former President, St. Charles County Bar Association
• Secretary, Criminal Law Bar Association of St. Charles County
• Member, Metropolitan St. Louis Bar Association
• Member, St. Louis County Bar Association
• Founding Member, Missouri Republican Attorneys for Civil Justice
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys

Licensed State

• Missouri

Education

• Saint Louis University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Missouri
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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