News from August 2023
Mark Stallion Earns Diversity & Inclusion Award From Missouri Lawyers Media
Greensfelder Officer Mark Stallion is among those being honored as part of Missouri Lawyers Media’s 2023 Diversity & Inclusion Awards.
Judicial Commission selects 12 nominees to fill vacancy left by Judge Perkins' elevation
Associate Circuit Judge Lynne R. Perkins was elevated to the circuit bench in St. Louis on June 2
Thompson Coburn Partner Bill Bay Selected as ABA President-Elect
The American Bar Association (ABA) announced that Bill Bay, partner in the St. Louis office of Thompson Coburn LLP, was named ABA president-elect.
Abandoned property owned by developer Paul McKee set for summary judgement
Northside Regeneration has been condemned on two separate occasions.
Managing IP Recognizes Shook and Attorneys for Excellence in Intellectual Property
Managing IP magazine has recognized Shook as a one of five firms “Highly Recommended” in Intellectual Property in 2023 in its IP Stars guide, based on the firm’s strengths in IP and client outcomes achieved.
St. Louis attorney is the new American Bar Association president-elect
Bill Bay is a partner at the St. Louis office of Thompson Coburn, a national law firm
Gov. Parson sued in Cole County court over SAFE Act
The SAFE Act prevents Missouri's Medicaid program from providing payment for gender-affirming care
Platte County school district sued over harassment of transgender girl
Platte County High School allegedly forced a transgender girl to use the boys' bathroom
Littler’s Harry W. Wellford, Jr. Appointed to Missouri Attorney General’s Trial Masters Program and Committee
Harry (Hal) W. Wellford, Jr., a shareholder in the St. Louis office of Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has been appointed to serve as a trial master for the Missouri Attorney General’s Trial Masters Program and Committee.
Missouri lawmaker proposes bill to stop union due deductions for federal employees
GOP Rep. Eric Burlison introduced H.R.4971 to amend Title 5 of the U.S. Code.
Missouri Supreme Court suspends Kansas City attorney for missing appellate deadlines
Allison Greer Kort of the Kort Law Firm on June 20
St. Louis mayor signs bill restricting right to openly carry
Under new law, concealed carry permit holders must be at least 19 years old.
Librarians sue over Missouri law requiring removal of books with 'explicit sexual material'
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Legal Newsline) — Librarians are claiming a Missouri law requiring the removal of hundreds of books deemed to have "explicit sexual material" is unconstitutional.
Executive Summary: Summer's lease
As the days of August dwindle, I hope this summer has brought you fond memories, fun travels, and a chance to relax with family and friends.
22 seek Judge Sherri Sullivan's seat on the Eastern District bench
Public interviews are set for Aug. 28 and 29 at the Eastern District courthouse in downtown St. Louis
Shelly Land recognized with Liberty Bell Award for service to the legal community
The Liberty Bell Award acknowledges a non-lawyer or non-legal organization engaged in public service activities that enhance the legal community or are dedicated to the advancement of justice.
Erik Dullea Returns to Husch Blackwell as Cybersecurity Practice Leader
National law firm Husch Blackwell is pleased to announce that Erik Dullea has rejoined the firm as a partner in the firm’s Denver office and as a member of its Data Privacy & Cybersecurity team.
‘Ambassador of the Judiciary’ elevated to Missouri Supreme Court chief judge again
Mary R. Russell previously served as chief judge from 2013 to 2015
Appellate judge Sherri Sullivan retires after serving on the judiciary 34 years
Judge Sullivan retired from the Eastern District Court of Appeals on Aug. 1
5th Circuit to rule on PI that limits government communication with social media
Democrat presidential candidate Robert Kennedy allowed to join Missouri AG's lawsuit