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Michael L. Schechter Named to Missouri Lawyers Media’s 2025 POWER List of Top Family Law Attorneys
We are excited to share that Missouri Lawyers Weekly (MLW) has named Michael L. Schechter to its 2025 POWER List of Family Law Attorneys. The MLW editorial team curated this list by conducting interviews with attorneys and industry leaders across the state, analyzing verdicts and settlements, and reviewing the publication’s extensive archives. For the complete list and in-depth features, click here.…
Capes Sokol Welcomes David Lemkemeier as New Shareholder
Capes Sokol is proud to announce that David Lemkemeier has joined the firm as a Shareholder in its Real Estate and Banking & Finance practices effective Monday, September 22, 2025. David brings over 25 years of industry insight and strategic experience, guiding clients through complex commercial real estate transactions and development projects. He regularly…
Twenty-Five Capes Sokol Attorneys Recognized as 2026 Best Lawyers in America
Twenty-five attorneys at Capes Sokol, representing every practice of the firm, have earned inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 edition. Ajla Alunovic, R. Thomas Avery, Channing M. Burd, David V. Capes, Jeffrey A. Cohen, Danielle M. Durban, Amy L. Fehr, Mark E. Goodman, Michael A. Kahn, Laura E. Al-Shathir, David H. Luce,…
Capes Sokol Welcomes Charles H. Nitsch to the Firm
Capes Sokol is pleased to announce the addition of attorney Charles H. Nitsch as Counsel to the Firm’s Business and Real Estate and Litigation Practice Groups. Charles brings extensive experience in regulatory compliance, commercial finance, and risk management for financial institutions, making him a valuable asset to the Firm and its clients. With a…
Capes Sokol Selected as 2025 Best Place to Work Finalist by St. Louis Business Journal
Capes Sokol is honored to be recognized as a finalist in the St. Louis Business Journal’s 2025 Best Places to Work awards. This annual program highlights companies that excel in workplace culture, employee satisfaction, and overall work environment. More than 150 companies were nominated for this year’s awards, and Capes Sokol is among the…
Capes Sokol’s Douglas Dove Recognized in Inaugural St. Louis Business 500
Capes Sokol proudly announces that Managing Shareholder Douglas Dove has been featured in the inaugural edition of St. Louis Magazine’s St. Louis Business 500, a prestigious guide recognizing the metro area’s most influential, impactful, and innovative leaders. In his exclusive interview, Dove shares his insights on the future of the industry, reflects on the…
Sarah J. Luem Named to Missouri Lawyers Weekly’s 2025 POWER List of Top Commercial Real Estate Attorneys
We are excited to share that Missouri Lawyers Weekly (MLW) has named Sarah J. Luem to its 2025 POWER List of Top Missouri Commercial Real Estate Attorneys. The MLW editorial team curated this list by conducting interviews with attorneys and industry leaders across the state, analyzing verdicts and settlements, and reviewing the publication’s extensive…
Capes Sokol Appoints Danielle M. Durban as Chair of Intellectual Property Group
Capes Sokol is proud to announce Danielle M. Durban as Chair of the Firm’s Intellectual Property Practice Group. This appointment reflects Dani’s expertise in intellectual property law and her ability to craft innovative legal strategies that drive client success. Dani brings a unique blend of legal acumen and creative experience to her new role.…
Seven Capes Sokol Attorneys Selected to the 2024 Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Capes Sokol proudly congratulates attorneys Jeffrey A. Cohen, Amy L. Fehr, Michael A. Kahn, Traci D. Pupillo, and Michael L. Schechter on their selection to the 2024 Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers list. Each year, Super Lawyers honors only five percent of Missouri lawyers with this distinction. Additionally, we celebrate Ajla Alunovic and Danielle…
Capes Sokol Honored in 2025 ‘Best Law Firms’ Report by Best Lawyers®
Capes Sokol proudly announces its recognition in the 2025 “Best Law Firms” report by Best Lawyers®. The Firm earned national and regional accolades, including a national ranking for Litigation – First Amendment law and regional rankings in 22 practice areas. These honors result from comprehensive peer reviews and firm-provided information. In August 2025, Capes…