Richard C. "Rick" Wuestling, General Attorney in St Louis, Missouri
focused on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice
St Louis, MO
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Richard C. "Rick" Wuestling is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Roberts Perryman PC.
- Based in
- St. Louis, MISSOURI
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Medical Malpractice
- Handles General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice matters from St. Louis, MISSOURI.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis) (2024).
About Richard C. "Rick" Wuestling: Richard C. "Rick" Wuestling is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Roberts Perryman PC.
Areas of practice
Richard's practice areas in St Louis
Richard concentrates on general, insurance, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Insurance
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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General cases in St Louis, Missouri
Richard takes general matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in St Louis, Missouri
Richard takes insurance matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in St Louis, Missouri
Richard takes medical malpractice matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in St Louis, Missouri
Richard takes personal injury matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Richard C. "Rick" Wuestling, general attorney serving St Louis
Richard C. "Rick" Wuestling is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Roberts Perryman PC. Richard works from St Louis, Missouri and takes on general matters across the region.
For many years Rick Wuestling has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America© in the areas of Legal Malpractice Defense and Personal Injury Defense, for St. Louis, Missouri. In 2012, 2016, 2017 and 2021 Best Lawyers named him as its Lawyer of the Year for Legal Malpractice Defense in St. Louis, Missouri. In 2016, Best Lawyers named him as its St. Louis Lawyer of the Year for Personal Injury Litigation Defense. In past years, Super Lawyers has named him as one of the top fifty lawyers in St. Louis. Rick has tried over fifty jury trials and is attorney of record in more than twenty-five appeals.
He leads the firm’s practice in legal malpractice defense, construction and design liability and extra-contractual liability.
Rick also devotes portions of his professional time acting as a Mediator or Arbitrator. His experience with complex damage cases, catastrophic loss cases, insurance coverage issues, and professional liability analysis, make him uniquely suited to serve as a neutral in such cases. From his experience trying jury cases and arguing appeals in the Missouri Supreme Court and Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals he is well able to provide litigants in mediation with valuable analysis, insight, and ideas about settling their case.
Rick is often a presenter at CLE seminars on the subject of ethics. Lawyers and law firms seek his advice and direction on ethics issues. Rick is also retained by lawyers to represent them in bar complaint matters.
In addition, Rick is a Fellow in The Fellows of the American Bar Foundation, a by-invitation organization limited to one percent (1%) of the lawyers in Missouri.
In December, 2009 Rick was elected by Missouri lawyers who reside in St. Louis County, Missouri to serve a six year term on the Twenty-First Judicial Commission. The Commission provides the Governor with a panel of three candidates to fill vacancies on the bench of the Circuit Court of St. Louis County. The Commission is composed of two elected attorneys, the Chief Judge of the Missouri Courts of Appeals Eastern District, and two lay people who are appointed by the governor.
How Richard handles general matters
For many years Rick Wuestling has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America© in the areas of Legal Malpractice Defense and Personal Injury Defense, for St. Louis, Missouri. In 2012, 2016, 2017 and 2021 Best Lawyers named him as its Lawyer of the Year for Legal Malpractice Defense in St. Louis, Missouri. In 2016, Best Lawyers named him as its St. Louis Lawyer of the Year for Personal Injury…
The kind of cases Richard takes
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and medical malpractice matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Richard studied and practices
Washburn University
J.D. · 1980
Richard studied at J.D. in Washburn University.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed J.D. in Washburn University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Richard's legal honors and published work
Richard has received 18 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis)
2023
Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis)
2019
Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis)
2017
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (St. Louis)
2016
Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis)
2012
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Liability
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (St. Louis) (2017). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (St. Louis) (2016).
Locations
Richard C. "Rick" Wuestling's office in St. Louis
Richard's primary office is at 1034 South Brentwood Boulevard, Suite 2100, St. Louis, Missouri, 63117. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Roberts Perryman PC
1034 South Brentwood Boulevard, Suite 2100
St. Louis, Missouri 63117
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How to hire Richard C. "Rick" Wuestling — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in St Louis, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Richard
Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Richard C. "Rick" Wuestling
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Richard offer a free consultation?
Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Richard take my case if I'm outside St Louis?
Richard is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Richard will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Richard?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Richard accepting new general clients right now?
Richard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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