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By R. Seth Crompton

Mass tort cases often grab headlines in Missouri and across the United States due to their size and scope. For those who do not regularly practice in this area, their complexity, nuance and, at times, lack of apparent structure, can make these cases seem like an enigma. This article explains, at a high level, how mass tort cases are consolidated, which is often the beginning step in the litigation. 

Read more in the January-February issue of the Saint Louis Law Journal, out now!

By Susan McCourt Baltz

As we close out the 150-year anniversary of BAMSL, it is both fitting and timely to recognize the contributions of our longest-living Past President, Jim McDaniel. Appropriately, Mr. McDaniel was President when BAMSL began planning its centennial celebration in 1974, playing an integral role in organizing those historic events. Some may recall Executive Director Lee Hamilton, who worked alongside Centennial Committee Chair Wayne Millsap.

Read more in the January-February issue of the St. Louis Law Journal, coming soon!

New Year Brings New Presiding Judge to St. Louis County. The Honorable Bruce F. Hilton Will Take Over As Presiding Judge in January and the Honorable Ellen Sue Levy Will Serve As Assistant Presiding Judge of the 21st Judicial Circuit Court

Attention Members! 

The BAMSL Bar Center will be closed December 23-25 and December 31-January 1 for the holidays.

Please join BAMSL's St. Louis Attorneys Against Hunger and LGBTQ+ Committees as we participate in a food packing event on Saturday, January 25th between 8:00am and 12:00pm at Food Outreach, 3117 Olive St, St. Louis, MO 63103.  Space is limited, so please register early.  You will be required to sign Food Outreach's volunteer waiver form (sent at a later date).  Food Outreach's mission is to provide nutritional support and enhance the quality of life of men, women and children living with HIV or cancer.

St. Louis Innovator Award- A St. Louis innovator that has contributed the community.

St. Louis Legal Practitioner Award- A St. Louis practitioner and BAMSL member that has helped protect the IP of St. Louis innovation. 

St. Louis Innovation Advocate- Celebrating an individual or company that has actively helped nurture and support innovation and intellectual property in St. Louis.

MFK

By BAMSL President Kevin Gunn

This article is likely to be published after the November General Election, but I am writing it before. As you know, there are a significant number of judges that are going to be on the ballot for retention. Many of you, as lawyers, may have been asked for recommendations on how your friends and family should vote. I would not recommend the method of a good friend of mine who said “I just vote to retain the judges with Irish last names!” It is important to also recognize that a recent decision by the Missouri Supreme Court regarding ballot access, created renewed interest in the Missouri Court Plan. I want to take some time to remind people what the Missouri Non-Partisan Court Plan is and how it contributes to a well-respected and independent judiciary. (Well, as independent as you can get with appointed judges).

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

Join us on December 18, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, for a CLE featuring an expert panel, including Blaise Beebe of McMahon-Berger, as they discuss upcoming changes in state and federal labor and employment law. The session will provide valuable insights, with a special focus on anticipated shifts under the incoming presidential administration.