John R. Fenley

Partner Biography

John R. Fenley was named a partner in 2019. He practices in the areas of family law and criminal defense. He received his bachelor’s degree in communication and political science from DePauw University and his law degree from Saint Louis University. While in law school, Mr. Fenley served as a staff member and editor for the Saint Louis University Law Journal. He also interned with the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney.

Mr. Fenley is admitted to practice in Missouri State Courts and is a member of the Missouri Bar, the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis and the St. Louis County Bar Association. He is also actively involved in the local community. Mr. Fenley regularly volunteers with Join Hands East St. Louis and is also a board member for the local DePauw University Alumni Association. Mr. Fenley practices in St. Louis County, St. Louis City, Jefferson County, St. Charles County, Franklin County and Warren County.

John R. Fenley
John R. Fenley, Partner

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 314.333.4140
Fax: 314.754.2685

Honors & Awards:

Education & Training:

DePauw University, Greencastle, Indiana, 2008

  • B.A.

Saint Louis University School of Law, St. Louis, Missouri, 2011

  • J.D.

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National Webinars

  • QDRO’s and Taxes 101 (2018)
  • Imputing Income in Divorce (2019)

Notable Appeals:

  • Gardner v. Gardner 425 S.W.3rd 193 (Mo Ct. App 2014)
  • RS. v. CMH 539 S.W.3rd 54 (Mo Ct. App 2017)
  • State v. Johnson 456 S.W.3rd 497 (Mo Ct. App 2015)
  • In Re M.C.H. 409 S.W.3rd 582 (Mo Ct. App 2013)