
Theresa A. Appelbaum, General Attorney in St Louis, Missouri
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on General, Medical Malpractice, and Nursing Home · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratLaw Offices of Theresa A. Appelbaum
St Louis, MO
Practicing general in St Louis since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Theresa A. Appelbaum is a managing partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Nursing Home. Theresa has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Theresa A. Appelbaum. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- St. Louis, MO
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- General · Medical Malpractice · Nursing Home
- Handles General, Medical Malpractice, and Nursing Home matters from St. Louis, MO.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Theresa A. Appelbaum: Theresa A. Appelbaum is a managing partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Nursing Home. Theresa has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Theresa A. Appelbaum. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Theresa takes on
Theresa concentrates on general, medical malpractice, nursing home, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Theresa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Medical Malpractice
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Nursing Home
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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Wrongful Death
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General cases in St Louis, Missouri
Theresa 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 Theresa agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in St Louis, Missouri
Theresa 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 Theresa agrees to represent you.
Nursing Home cases in St Louis, Missouri
Theresa takes nursing home 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 Theresa agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in St Louis, Missouri
Theresa 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 Theresa agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in St Louis, Missouri
Theresa takes product liability 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 Theresa agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Theresa A. Appelbaum — general lawyer in St Louis
Theresa A. Appelbaum is a managing partner based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Nursing Home. Theresa has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Theresa A. Appelbaum. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Theresa A. Appelbaum is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, slip and fall accident, nursing home abuse and neglect and 6 other areas of law. Theresa received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years. Theresa practices at Law Offices of Theresa A. Appelbaum in St. Louis, MO.
How Theresa handles general matters
Theresa A. Appelbaum is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, slip and fall accident, nursing home abuse and neglect and 6 other areas of law. Theresa received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years. Theresa practices at Law Offices of Theresa A. Appelbaum in St. Louis, MO.
The kind of cases Theresa takes
Theresa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, medical malpractice, and nursing home matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
St. Louis University
J.D. · 1996
University of Missouri
B.A. · 1993
Jurisdictions
Theresa's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Distri
1997 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1996 · ACTIVE
Theresa studied at J.D. in St. Louis University and B.A. in University of Missouri.
Law school and academic background
Theresa completed J.D. in St. Louis University and B.A. in University of Missouri. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Theresa runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Theresa has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Theresa's professional memberships and bar associations
The Missouri Bar Illinois State Bar Association Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys (Board 1998-2005, 2010—) American Association for Justice The Women's Lawyers Association of Greater St
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Locations
Theresa A. Appelbaum's office in St. Louis
Theresa's primary office is at 1924 Chouteau Avenue, St. Louis, MO, 63103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Law Offices of Theresa A. Appelbaum
1924 Chouteau Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63103
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Client reviews of Theresa A. Appelbaum — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Theresa A. Appelbaum — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Theresa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Theresa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Theresa'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; Theresa 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 Theresa
Theresa 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. Theresa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Theresa'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 Theresa A. Appelbaum
How much does it cost to hire Theresa for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Theresa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Theresa offer a free consultation?
Theresa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Theresa's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Theresa'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. Theresa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Theresa take my case if I'm outside St Louis?
Theresa 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 — Theresa 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 Theresa?
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. Theresa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Theresa accepting new general clients right now?
Theresa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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