About Richard
Richard Harper is a Missouri attorney who earned his J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law in 1985. He practices in the state and has held leadership responsibilities at a regional law office. His career has spanned several decades of work in and around family law matters.
Harper's legal training at Saint Louis University School of Law concluded in the mid-1980s. That period shaped his early approach to litigation and client counseling. He completed the program at a time when family law was evolving in response to social and legislative changes, and those early years informed the way he handles cases today.
He has been associated with Stange Law Office, PC. In 2018 he served as a Team Leader Lawyer at that firm, a role that placed him in a supervisory position over case teams and client intake. The title suggests responsibility for coordinating lawyers and support staff on contested matters and guiding case strategy. His tenure in that position is a clear point of managerial experience within a multi-lawyer office environment.
On the practice side, Harper holds a Lead Counsel rating in family law. That credential indicates peer recognition specific to family law practice standards and matters. Over the years he has handled typical family court issues, including divorce, custody arrangements and related financial matters. He has worked on contested proceedings and negotiated resolutions when appropriate, balancing courtroom preparation with settlement efforts.
Colleagues describe his approach as pragmatic and methodical. He tends to present options plainly and to prioritize procedural readiness when litigation is likely. He also works through negotiation paths when parties can reach practical agreements without extended trials. That combination of readiness for trial and willingness to pursue settlements shapes the way he manages client expectations and case timelines.
As of 2026, Harper remains connected to Stange Law Office, PC. He continues to serve clients in Missouri on family law matters and related proceedings. His current practice concentrates on family law issues in the Missouri courts.
