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Court denies immunity for St. Louis city officials in First Amendment dispute

A federal judge denied immunity for St. Louis officials accused of retaliating against an outreach worker for protected speech.

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Legal Limelight: Michael K. Whitehead

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Lawyers In The News

Missouri Court of Appeals Southern District unveils Burrell portrait

Missouri Court of Appeals Southern District unveils Burrell portrait

Scales of justice, law book, gavel

Nominees sent to governor for St. Louis circuit judge vacancy

Court of Appeals, Southern District

Judicial commission submits 3 nominees for Missouri appeals court vacancy

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Judicial commission seeks applicants for St. Louis County associate circuit judge

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The POWER List

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Our look at the most powerful people in Missouri's legal community

The POWER List is a regular feature that examines the power brokers who lead and influence various parts of the Missouri legal community.

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News Roundup

Alex Murdaugh is shown after he was sentenced to life in prison on March 3, 2023

Alex Murdaugh’s new defense: ‘We have multiple alternative theories’

U.S. Army combat engineers place razor wire on the U.S.-Mexico border wall to reinforce security in El Paso Texas

Federal judge blocks key parts of Texas migrant arrest law

The U.S. Supreme Court

Supreme Court lets abortion pill mail delivery continue

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People in the Law

EVENTS

Icon Honors

June 18th, 2026 | 11:00 AM

The ICON Honors recognize distinguished men and women 60 or older who have demonstrated notable, sustained success and s[...]

Diversity & Inclusion

August 13th, 2026 | 12:00 AM

Recognizing attorneys, firms, organizations and legal professionals who are significantly advancing diversity, inclusion[...]

KC Legal Leaders

August 21st, 2026 | 12:00 AM

The Missouri Lawyers Media KC Legal Leaders event honors excellence in all areas of the Kansas City legal community.

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Commentary

Commentary: Final means final: Rule 74.16 and the end of attorney-fee finality confusion

Mr. Bluebird is on my shoulder, and now I have to get my suit cleaned

Commentary: A “Friend” in the Trial Court? Yes

Your best people are not leaving for more money — they are leaving because you stopped paying attention

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A Judge Walked into a Bar. He Should have Ducked.

Spencer Farris urges lawyers to defend judges against increasing public and political attacks undermining the rule of la[...]

Steven H. Schwartz

Commentary: Maintain your client’s file to protect your client and yourself

It is common for lawyers to treat business practices, like record-keeping, as secondary. Maintaining the client file is [...]

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Supplements and Special Sections

Women’s Justice Awards 2026: Publisher’s letter, honorees

The POWER List: Medical Malpractice Litigation 2026

The POWER List: Construction Law 2026

Missouri Lawyers Media announces 2026 Women’s Justice Awards honorees

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The POWER List: Business Defense 2026

This latest edition of THE POWER List goes out to the most powerful attorneys who defend businesses and corporations in court.

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2026 Reader Rankings winners

The top companies represented here help you in your work. We thank you for your support in making the decisions on our 2026 winners.

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In the Lead: Legacy Law Firms 2026

In this special feature, we shine a spotlight on law firms that have not merely survived but thrived for 25 years or more — true pillars of the state's legal community.

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Kansas City bar honors judges, attorneys at annual meeting

Judicial Discovery Center sets out to blend civic education with Missouri’s historic courts

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Missouri Lawyers Media honors 18 attorneys at 2025 In-House Counsel Awards | Photos

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Missouri Lawyers Media celebrates Women’s Justice Award winners

Missouri Lawyers Media honored 65 Missouri attorneys before their friends, families and colleagues as part of its 2026 W[...]

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Missouri Lawyers Media honors top attorneys at annual awards

More than 180 members of the state’s legal community attended Missouri Lawyer’s Media annual Missouri Lawyers Awards[...]

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