Banjak & Associates, LLC is a St. Louis-based law firm specializing in commercial law, litigation, insolvency, and fraud. Founded by John T. Banjak, a Washington University School of Law graduate with over twenty-five years of diverse legal and business experience, the firm stands out for its deep expertise in real estate, business law, and creditor-debtor matters, offering clients a blend of practical insight and business acumen.
The firm adopts a client-centered approach reminiscent of an earlier era, emphasizing personalized attention, thorough analysis, and clear communication from initial consultation through case conclusion. With experience spanning roles as an assistant attorney general, in-house counsel for a federal savings bank, and general counsel for a title insurance agency, John Banjak and his team are well-equipped to serve individuals, small to mid-sized businesses, lenders, landlords, and real estate investors seeking practical, cost-effective legal solutions.
Services Offered
- Commercial Law & Litigation
- Insolvency & Fraud
- Real Estate: Residential & Commercial Contracts
- Borrower and Lender Representation
- Landlord-Tenant Disputes
- Boundary Disputes/Easements
- Title Issues/Quiet Title/Partition Suits
- Municipal Zoning/Permitting/Subdividing
- Condominium Law
- Foreclosures & Tax Sales
- Construction Law
- Agent Licensing/Compliance
- Estate Planning/Probate: Wills & Trusts
- Durable Powers of Attorney: General & Healthcare
- Living Will & Anatomical Gift Designations
- Beneficiary Deeds (Real Estate)
- Trust Administration
- Debtor-Creditor (Real Estate): Foreclosure Trustee Services for Lenders
- Private Money Lending
- Mortgage Loan Workouts
- Business & Commercial: LLC, Partnership & Corporate Formation
- LLC Operating Agreements
- Asset Sale Transactions
- Policy & Procedure Manuals
- General Corporate Services for Small Business
