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Boggs, Avellino, Lach & Boggs
Trailblazing Women-Owned Law Firm: 27 Years of Excellence in Litigation and Defense
Commentary: A “Friend” in the Trial Court? Yes
A trial-level amicus brief can serve a useful and legitimate purpose: helping the court evaluate a legal issue that may have consequences extending well beyond the immediate dispute.
Women’s Justice Awards 2026: Publisher’s letter, honorees
Now, 28 years after the first WJA recognition program, we continue to honor women attorneys in what has become an annual tradition in the Missouri legal community.
Corpoate: Rachael M. Dockery
Rachael Dockery comes from a family of ministers and teachers and said "service and education have always been core values in my life" — a commitment reflected across roughly 12 years as in-house counsel for Missouri State University.
Corporate: Jennifer Hannah
Jennifer Hannah began in private practice as a litigator before becoming a partner at a law firm, where she served on the executive committee for eight years and led the litigation division.
Corporate: Meghan E. Lewis
Meghan Lewis began her legal career at a Kansas City law firm in May 2014, building a practice in complex civil commercial and tort litigation for clients ranging from small family businesses to Fortune 100 companies.
Corporate: Christina Moore
Christina Moore now serves as an attorney at Saint Louis University where she earned her law degree.
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Top stories
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