By Eric D. Martin and Gage W. Raju-Salicki

Of recent, talk of tokenization has become popular in the market, with platforms such as Robinhood seeking to tokenize assets such as stocks (and even private equities!). As a consequence, the intersection of these new technologies with longstanding securities law has piqued the interest of regulators and market participants alike. As such, if tokenized offerings are to proliferate, the challenge will be finding which regulatory schema they best fit into—or, failing that, what future schema could look like for these offerings. Answers at present are unclear, but what is clear is that regulators are paying careful attention to these developments.

Read more in the September-October issue of the St. Louis Law Journal, out now!

For those who volunteered to pack food at Chaifetz Arena on Sept. 11, the event T-shirts are available for pickup at the BAMSL Bar Center at 319 N 4th St, Suite 100, St. Louis, MO 63102. We will be here today until 5:00 p.m. and are open tomorrow from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Join BAMSL’s Young Lawyers Division and the CASA St. Louis Chapter for a happy hour on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the 4 Hands Brewery & Tasting Room. This event offers a great opportunity to connect with fellow young lawyers and support CASA’s mission of advocating for children in foster care. Enjoy drinks, networking and community-building in a casual setting.

In support of BAMSL's Motion for Kids Holiday Party

Step onto the red carpet and into the golden age of cinema! It’s showtime on Friday, November 7, from 6:00–9:00 p.m. at Andre’s West Banquets. Gather your table of eight, pack your favorite food and snacks, and enjoy a glamorous evening with an open bar (21+).

In addition to the trivia, the night will feature a silent auction, classic games, and surprises worthy of the silver screen, plus a prize for the Best Decorated Table. Dress in your finest Hollywood Glam and enjoy a red-carpet experience under the spotlight!

By Caroline Steck

For many private companies, going public is an attractive opportunity to access capital, enhance liquidity for stockholders, and gain public recognition. However, as you consider taking the next step into the public arena, it is important to ask: Is the company and its management team prepared for the compliance requirements and accountability that come with being a public company?

Read more in the September-October issue of the St. Louis Law Journal, out now!

Join us on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. on Zoom for a session on effective delegation in the legal workplace. This program will help attorneys, paralegals and legal support professionals identify what to delegate, how to delegate it and to whom, with the goal of maximizing efficiency, profitability and professional growth. Speakers will share practical strategies for distinguishing high-value legal work from tasks that can be reassigned so teams can operate at their highest capacity. Panelists include Kara Brostron of Lashly & Baer, P.C., David M. Mangian and Nick T. Schnell of Thompson Coburn LLP, and Lori Hanlon of Sandberg Phoenix.

Please join the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis's Securities Section on Thursday, September 25, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for an in-person conversation with Commissioner O'Donnell, covering a broad range of topics including the Commissioner's priorities, current trends observed by the Securities Division, and more.  Our interview will begin at 4 p.m. at the Clayton office of Armstrong Teasdale, followed by a networking reception. This event is approved for one hour of Missouri CLE credit.

The Judicial Legacy Project showcases interviews with retired judges of the 22nd Judicial Circuit, many of whom were trailblazers as the first women and African American judges to serve in these roles. Their reflections and insights are preserved through this exhibit, which features several current and former BAMSL members. Opening September 2, 2025, the free exhibit runs through March 10, 2026, at the Law Library Association of St. Louis.

The Twenty-First Circuit Judicial Commission (St. Louis County) is accepting applications for the circuit judge vacancy created by the appointment of the Honorable Thomas C. Albus as United States attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri.

Applications, including Page 1 Confidential Information, will be accepted until 5 p.m. Tuesday, September 30, 2025, via e-mail only to 21stJudicialCommission@courts.mo.gov. The e-mail’s subject line should reference the position (Albus circuit vacancy) for which the applicant is applying.

Click here for more information about the circuit judge position and how to apply:
21st circuit commission seeks applicants for Albus circuit judge vacancy in St. Louis County

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