Practice Areas

Bradshaw, Steele, Cochrane & Berens, L.C. maintains a general practice, which means that our attorneys handle a variety of cases.  Because our attorneys practice in a wide range of cases, the firm is able to consider the broader implications of each matter.  Although our main specialities are listed below, our attorneys occasionally accept other types of cases as well.  Please feel free to contact our office if you wish to speak with an attorney regarding any legal matter.

Corporate & Business Law
Our corporate and business law attorneys specialize in assisting businesses with all types of legal issues.  At the inception of a business, the firm can prepare formation documents and file the appropriate reports with the state.  During business transactions, our attorneys can draft contracts and participate in negotiations.  The following attorneys practice in this area:
Richard G. Steele
Paul H. Berens
Dale E. Gerecke
Craig M. Billmeyer
Kristi N. Hoff
Trae Bertrand

Creditors' Rights
Bradshaw, Steele, Cochrane & Berens, L.C. represents many of the banks and commercial lenders headquartered in southeast Missouri. For certain national clients, our attorneys oversee litigation throughout Missouri. The following attorneys practice in the area of creditors' rights:
Paul H. Berens
Jeffrey L. Spray
Adam E. Hanna

Criminal Defense
The attorneys of Bradshaw, Steele, Cochrane & Berens, L.C. understand that any criminal charge is a serious matter that deserves prompt attention. Our attorneys thoroughly investigate all charges and work with clients to achieve the best possible resolution at trial or in plea negotiations. The following attorneys practice in this area:
Trae Bertrand

Estate Planning
Our attorneys who specialize in estate planning assist clients in planning for the future. Some clients will benefit from a simple will or appropriate beneficiary designations. Clients with more complex holdings will benefit from our experience in planning for the orderly and tax-efficient succession of family-owned businesses and farming operations. The following attorneys practice in this area:
Craig M. Billmeyer
Dale E. Gerecke
Kristi N. Hoff
Trae Bertrand

Family Law
Our firm specializes in family law matters including divorce, child custody, paternity, protective orders, and motions to modify.  Our lawyers take a client-centered approach to all family law matters and communicate regularly with their clients.  The following attorneys practice in this area:
Richard G. Steele
Dale E. Gerecke
Jeffrey L. Spray
Kristi N. Hoff
Trae Bertrand
Adam E. Hanna

General Litigation
The attorneys of Bradshaw, Steele, Cochrane & Berens, L.C. have extensive experience representing clients in state and federal court.  Our attorneys routinely take appropriate matters to trial for resolution.  During the trial preparation stage, our senior attorneys work closely with paralegals and associate attorneys to obtain the best outcome in a cost-efficient manner.  The following attorneys practice as litigators:
Richard G. Steele
James A. Cochrane III
Dale E. Gerecke
Matthew M. Mocherman
James E. Laramore
Jeffrey L. Spray
Trae Bertrand
Amy L. Young
Adam E. Hanna

Real Estate
The firm routinely assists individuals and businesses in real estate transactions and litigation.  The following attorneys practice in this area:
Dale E. Gerecke
Craig M. Billmeyer

Workers' Compensation
For many years, Bradshaw, Steele, Cochrane & Berens, L.C. has represented insurance carriers and self-insured employers in workers' compensation cases throughout Missouri.  Our attorneys communicate regularly with adjusters and employers to ensure that claims are appropriately managed and resolved.  The following attorneys practice in this area:
James A. Cochrane, III
Matthew M. Mocherman
James E. Laramore
Jeffrey L. Spray
Amy L. Young