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Missouri Lawyers Media held its annual Up & Coming Awards ceremony Oct. 9 at the Missouri Athletic Club in St. Louis.
2025 Up & Coming Awards: Publisher’s letter, honorees
The honorees you will read about in this section define what this award is all about — early-career attorneys achieving at the highest levels.
2025 Up & Coming Awards: John G. Schultz
Be available to answer your incoming calls and emails, and express appreciation to your clients.
2025 Up & Coming Awards: Elaine M. Moss
The people in your firm giving you work are your first clients. Treat them like you want to earn their business.
2025 Up & Coming Awards: Andrea D. McNairy
Be yourself. I spent years trying to emulate other lawyers, thinking that was the path to success. It wasn't until I became comfortable in my own skin — trusting my own style, instincts, and voice — that I found real success.
2025 Up & Coming Awards: Patrick Hinrichs
Never be afraid to ask questions. No one understands their practice area when they receive their license; it takes years to master law.
2025 Up & Coming Awards: Kristin M. Mulvey
Watch and learn from as many mentors as possible! Each person approaches the practice of law differently. I have loved learning from all of my mentors and have gradually found my voice as a lawyer by finding what styles of lawyering work best for me.
2025 Up & Coming Awards: Hannah R. Lundry
Work with attorneys who have different styles and see what you can authentically incorporate into your own. Be flexible and remain open to feedback.
2025 Up & Coming Awards: Ciera J. Burns
Don't be afraid to ask questions. Everyone makes mistakes, but it's how you handle them and learn from them that goes a long way.
2025 Up & Coming Awards: Morgan Murphy
Stand out by making yourself indispensable. Show older partners how to leverage technology and help solve problems in ways only your generation can. You can learn from experienced attorneys, but you can also teach them. By adding value to their practice, you'll help yourself succeed.
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