Legal disclaimer.
Important information about this website, the relationship it does and does not create, and the limits of the information provided.
Last updated: May 2026
No legal advice
The information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only. Nothing on this website constitutes legal advice. Legal questions are highly fact-specific. Information that applies in one situation may not apply in another. Information that was accurate when written may have been changed by subsequent legislation, regulation, or court decisions.
You should not act, or refrain from acting, based on information on this website without first consulting a licensed attorney about your specific situation.
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Visiting this website does not create an attorney-client relationship. Sending an email, calling, completing a contact form, or otherwise communicating with the firm prior to engagement does not create an attorney-client relationship.
An attorney-client relationship is formed only when:
- A written engagement agreement is executed by both you and the firm
- The firm has completed conflict-of-interest checks
- The firm has agreed in writing to represent you
Until those steps are completed, you should not assume that any information you share with us is protected by attorney-client privilege or that we are acting on your behalf.
Confidentiality of communications
Communications sent to the firm before an attorney-client relationship is established may not be confidential and may not be protected by attorney-client privilege. Do not send confidential or sensitive information — particularly documents related to ongoing or threatened litigation — until we have confirmed an engagement.
For initial inquiries, please share only enough information for us to evaluate whether we can help. Once we have established an engagement, we will provide guidance on secure communication channels for sensitive information.
Jurisdiction
Haake Law Group, PC is licensed to practice law in the State of Missouri. Information on this website is intended primarily for Missouri residents and others with matters connected to Missouri.
We do not hold ourselves out as licensed in any jurisdiction other than Missouri. For matters in other states, we either co-counsel with admitted attorneys or refer to firms in those jurisdictions.
Past results
Any references to past results, case outcomes, or notable matters on this website do not guarantee similar results in future matters. Each case is evaluated on its own facts and merits. Outcomes depend on many factors, including the specific facts, applicable law, opposing parties, and tribunals involved.
Statements about experience
Statements about Derek Haake’s experience — including descriptions of prior employment, scholarly work, and case experience — are accurate to the best of our knowledge and are intended to give prospective clients information relevant to their selection of counsel. They are not promises or guarantees of future performance.
Required Missouri disclosures
The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.
Haake Law Group, PC is a Missouri professional corporation. Principal office: 401 Pine Street, St. Louis, MO 63102 (by appointment only).
This website constitutes “advertising” within the meaning of Missouri Rule of Professional Conduct 4-7.1. Derek R. Haake is the lawyer responsible for the content of this website.
Third-party content
This website may include references to third-party services (such as ARAG Legal Insurance) and links to third-party websites. We do not endorse, control, or guarantee third-party content. Use of third-party services is governed by those parties’ terms.
Intellectual property
The content of this website — including text, design, and original analyses — is the property of Haake Law Group, PC, except where attributed to others. You may share links to this website. You may not reproduce substantial portions of the content without written permission.
The “Haake Law Group” name, logo, and brand elements are protected. Unauthorized use is prohibited.
No warranty
This website is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. We make no representations about the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of the website’s content. We do not warrant that the website will be available or error-free.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Haake Law Group, PC and its members, employees, and contractors shall not be liable for any damages arising out of or in connection with use of this website.
Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Missouri without regard to conflict-of-laws principles. Any disputes arising out of these terms shall be resolved in courts located in St. Louis, Missouri.
Changes to these terms
We may update these terms from time to time. Updated terms will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
Contact
Questions about these disclaimers should be directed to:
Haake Law Group, PC 401 Pine Street St. Louis, MO 63102 derek@haakelawgroup.com (314) 732-1547