What Other Attorneys Say About Combs Waterkotte
“I have referred cases to both Steve and Chris. I have always been impressed with their knowledge and thoroughness. I refer any person I know who has a need for a criminal lawyer to them. I have yet to have a person come to me who was disappointed. Keep up the great work fellas!”
— John Hipskind,
Hipskind & McAninch
“Chris is my go to person for criminal law help. He is up on the law, knows how to navigate the difficult criminal process, and will turn over every stone in his effort for his clients. I’d trust him with my own family if we ever run into problems and need help. Highly recommend!”
— Alex Wolff,
Goldblatt + Singer
“As a fellow lawyer in St. Louis who mainly practices civil litigation as opposed to criminal defense, I have referred multiple clients and friends to Chris who are dealing with criminal matters, including small issues such as traffic warrant recalls, as well as more serious criminal matters such as DWI/DUI’s. Everyone who I have referred to Chris thus far has reported back to me that they received excellent representation and were pleased with the results that Chris obtained on their behalf. He has a reputation for being a strong and effective negotiator who obtains favorable results for his clients. Overall, I would consider Chris as my go-to criminal defense lawyer for referrals of any and all criminal matters.”
— Lindsay Leible,
HeplerBloom
“Best group of criminal defense lawyers in the St. Louis area. I can’t say enough about them & the lengths that this firm will go to ensure presumption of innocence!”
— David Walther,
The Walther Law Firm

“Chris is an outstanding attorney and is extremely dedicated to his clients. His extensive knowledge in the area of criminal defense makes him a great advocate for his clients.”
— Tania Aldaddah,
Law Offices of Tania Aldaddah
“Steve Waterkotte is an excellent attorney and I unequivocally endorse him. We frequently refer and discuss cases. I have been particularly impressed with his tenacity, professionalism and exemplary results. If I were ever in personal need of a criminal defense attorney, I would not hesitate to hire Steve.”
— Travis Grafe,
Grafe & Batchelor
“Mr. Waterkotte is an outstanding attorney. I’ve referred multiple clients to his firm when in matters outside my area of expertise. I’ve always been extremely happy with his results. He’s honest, hard working and consistently delivers.”
— Brian McChesney,
Rynearson, Suess, Schnurbusch & Champion
“I have worked with Chris on criminal defense matters, and I am impressed with his tenacity and resourcefulness in advocating for his clients. Chris also brings to his clients the benefits of his mentoring by noted St. Louis defense attorney Scott Rosenblum. I would consistently refer criminal matters such as DWI and other Missouri criminal and municipal ordinance charges to Chris.”
— Hugh Eastwood,
Law Offices of Hugh Athelstan Eastwood
“Chris is a very aggressive and knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer. I endorse him.”
— Thomas SanFilippo,
The Law Firm of Thomas SanFilippo & Associates
“Steven is an excellent attorney. He works tirelessly to provide his clients with the best legal representation available.”
— Cole Bradbury,
City Attorney, Osage Beach, Mo.
“I have known Steve for 16 years. He is an excellent criminal defense lawyer who I have worked with several times over the past 16 years. Furthermore, I call him anytime I need to do a consultation on difficult cases for my own clients. I wouldn’t hesitate to call Steve or his law firm if one of my friends or family members in the St. Louis area has a criminal issue.”
— M.W.