Who We Are

Wittner, Spewak, Maylack & Spooner P.C. originated in 1980 as Mann, Poger & Wittner and we have, through the years, expanded our professional and lay staff so that we are able to satisfy the diverse needs of our clients in various fields of legal disciplines.

Our areas of practice include Criminal Defense, Medical Negligence Defense, Family Law, Auto Accidents, DUI-DWI & Traffic Offenses, Personal Injury & Wrongful Death, Business & Commercial Litigation, Mergers and Acquisitions, General Business Law, Real Estate, Estate Planning & Probate, and Workers’ Compensation.

We Are Committed to Clients and our Community

The principles by which our lawyers are guided include a dedication to the best interests of our clients, the absolute protection of our clients' rights and the unwavering philosophy of completing the tasks assigned to us in an efficient and effective manner. Our clients cross a variety of demographic lines, and include individuals, families, publicly held and traded companies, family-owned businesses, as well as banks, insurance companies and multi-national companies. Our practice is multi-faceted and encompasses providing legal services from the most complex of matters to the most basic, always keeping in mind the best interests of the client.

In addition to practicing law, the attorneys and staff at Wittner, Spewak, Maylack & Spooner P.C. have also held leadership positions in various charitable organizations and government. Howard Wittner has served as the Prosecuting Attorney and Assistant City Attorney to a large St. Louis County municipality. David Spewak has devoted significant amounts of his time to the Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America, St. Louis Chapter, serving as President of the St. Louis Chapter from 1999 to 2001. Other members of the firm have likewise served on the boards of professional, governmental and charitable organizations.

Service And Results

Five attorneys in the firm and the firm itself have an AV Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell law directory, which is the highest possible rating. The "A" signifies the highest level of ability, while the "V" denotes a very high adherence to the professional standards of conduct, ethics, reliability and diligence.

Here are the attorney ranks:
Howard A. Wittner - AV
David S. Spewak - AV
Jean H Maylack - AV
Jack B. Spooner - AV
Gregory N. Wittner - AV

The cornerstone of our success is the trusting relationships that we build and maintain with each of our valued clients. From our initial meeting with a client through the conclusion of a case, we deliver personal attention and unfaltering dedication to client service and results. Our clients rely on us to be approachable, responsive, efficient and effective. We understand the stress and anxiety that most clients and their families feel when facing criminal or civil litigation. We always factor in peace of mind and strive to help clients resolve their legal problems efficiently and cost-effectively. For further information about Wittner, Spewak, Maylack & Spooner P.C. please contact us today.

We offer:

• Broad legal experience in diverse areas of the law

• AV rated lawyers who practice law with honesty and integrity

• Lawyers licensed in Missouri, Illinois and Texas

• Emergency service and flexible office hours

• Personal care and attention by experienced trial attorneys

Our law firm is located in Clayton, Missouri, and we represent clients throughout Missouri, including but not limited to the St. Louis metro counties of St. Louis, St. Charles, Jefferson, Franklin and Lincoln. We are also licensed to practice law in Illinois and Texas.