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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 Women’s Justice Awards.
Missouri Supreme Court clerk Betsy Ledgerwood named Woman of the Year
Betsy Ledgerwood, clerk of the Missouri Supreme Court, is named 2026 Woman of the Year, highlighting her leadership across Missouri’s judiciary.
Missouri Lawyers Media announces 2026 Women’s Justice Awards honorees
Missouri Lawyers Media has named Betsy Ledgerwood, the first woman to serve as clerk of the Missouri Supreme Court, as the 2026 Woman of the Year.
Legal Limelight: Kelli Dunaway
Former St. Louis County Council member Kelli Dunaway now runs Legal Witchcraft, combining legal experience with tarot-based coaching for lawyers and professionals.
Legal Limelight: Melissa Price Smith
Melissa Price Smith, once a Las Vegas dancer with Siegfried & Roy, is now the first woman to lead the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
Governor announces new Missouri attorney general — the first woman to ever hold the office
Catherine Hanaway becomes Missouri's first female attorney general, following Andrew Bailey’s resignation to join the FBI leadership team.
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson discusses Supreme Court journey at Kansas City Q&A
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson shares insights on her journey to the U.S. Supreme Court at a Kansas City Bar event, reflecting on her historic role.
Missouri Lawyers Media recognizes retiring state public defender director as 2025 Woman of the Year
Missouri Lawyers Media has selected Mary Fox, the outgoing Missouri Public Defender Director, as its 2025 Women’s Justice Award Honoree.
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