Thomas L. "Tom" Orris
About Thomas L. Orris
Thomas L. Orris is a lawyer based in St. Louis, MO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Thomas L. Orris is recognized in the following practice area:
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Current Firm: Pelikan & Orris LLC
Education: Washington University in St. Louis, J.D., graduated 1988 and The University of Iowa, BBA, graduated 1978
Location: St. Louis, MO
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