Helmut’s practice is focused primarily on municipal, land use and zoning law, and commercial litigation, with a focus on financial and fiduciary litigation. He represents governmental entities, including serving as City Attorney for three cities in St. Louis County. He has successfully litigated zoning and other public law issues in state courts in Missouri and Illinois. Helmut has served as lead counsel in several multi-million dollar litigation matters before courts and arbitration panels, as well as partnering with clients in large-scale redevelopment and zoning projects.

City Attorney, Lakeshire, Missouri (2005-present)
City Attorney, City of Webster Groves, Missouri (1995-­present)
City Attorney, City of Oakland, Missouri (1989-­present)
Litigation Counsel for the City of Clayton (1993­-1994)
Litigation Counsel for the St. Louis Regional Convention and Sports Complex Authority (1992­-1994)
Assistant City Attorney, City of Creve Coeur, Missouri (1990­-1991)
Prosecuting Attorney, City of Kirkwood, Missouri (1987­-1988)