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In the Lead: Up & Coming Law Firms 2026
Staff Report//June 12, 2026//
In this feature, Missouri Lawyers Media looks at some of the new law firms in Missouri that are making waves in the legal profession.
These are firms that have been established within the last 10 years and have already achieved notable successes.
Bartosiak Makepeace
Bartosiak Makepeace is a specialized law firm founded by partners who recognized an opportunity to serve healthcare clients through focused,
True Estate Planning
Kelly Spann, owner of True Estate Planning, founded her firm in 2023 to make estate planning accessible and affordable for
Gateway Employment Law
Robert L. Ortbals Jr. and Katie M. Rhoten, member-owners of Gateway Employment Law, launched their firm in 2024 to protect
Preuss | Foster Law
Thomas Preuss founded Preuss | Foster Law five years ago to advocate for individuals wronged by corporations and insurance companies.
Gunn | Slater
Gunn | Slater was founded by Amy Gunn and Erica Slater, trial attorneys representing individuals in medical malpractice, product liability
The Stockenberg Law Firm
Richard A. Stockenberg, founder of The Stockenberg Law Firm, established his boutique practice in 2019 to serve the construction industry
Downey Law Group
Michael Downey, founder of Downey Law Group, established his specialized practice in February 2015 to focus on legal ethics, lawyer
Ott Law Firm
Joseph R. Ott, founder and managing attorney of Ott Law Firm, has built a thriving legal practice specializing in civil
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