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Sarah J. Luem Named to Missouri Lawyers Weekly’s 2024 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 2024 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…
Capes Sokol Welcomes Experienced Business & Real Estate Associate Timothy R. Schweiss
Capes Sokol proudly announces that Tim Schweiss has joined our Business & Real Estate Practice Group as an associate attorney. With an impressive background in both law and accounting, Tim brings knowledge and expertise to the firm that will enhance the services we provide to our clients. Tim earned his Master of Accountancy and…
Capes Sokol Launches Retail Law Collective: A One-Stop Shop for Legal Retail Needs
Capes Sokol is pleased to announce the launch of its Retail Law Collective, a specialized practice group committed to providing comprehensive legal services tailored specifically for the retail market. Going beyond traditional legal services, Capes Sokol positions itself as a strategic partner committed to empowering clients to seize opportunities and unlock the full potential…
Capes Sokol Welcomes Andrew E. Gilkerson to the Litigation Practice Group
Capes Sokol welcomes Andrew E. Gilkerson to the firm’s Litigation Practice Group. As an Associate, Andrew specializes in commercial and business litigation, providing strategic legal counsel, drafting comprehensive motions and briefs, and representing clients in trials and hearings. Andrew earned his Juris Doctor from Saint Louis University School of Law in 2021 and a…
Twenty-Six Capes Sokol Attorneys Recognized as 2025 Best Lawyers in America
Twenty-six attorneys at Capes Sokol, representing every practice of the firm, have earned inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 edition. Lisa M. Adams, Ajla Alunovic, R. Thomas Avery, David V. Capes, Jeffrey A. Cohen, Danielle M. Durban, Amy L. Fehr, L. Ross Gaddis, Mark E. Goodman, Michael A. Kahn, Kara L. Lambert,…
Capes Sokol Welcomes Elizabeth W. McKown to the Litigation Practice Group
Capes Sokol is pleased to announce that Elizabeth W. McKown has joined the firm’s Litigation Practice Group. Elizabeth has a strong background in business litigation, including the resolution of corporate disputes, as well as real estate, construction, and employment litigation. Elizabeth’s broad legal experience includes transactional matters, premises liability, personal injury, consumer protection, and…
Capes Sokol Expands Family Law Practice Group with Addition of Two New Associates
Capes Sokol announces the expansion of its Family Law Practice Group with the addition of Jennifer L. Walker and Kaitlyn J. Jamison. Jennifer Walker, an associate, brings extensive knowledge and a strategic approach to the team. She earned her Juris Doctor from Saint Louis University School of Law in 2022, concentrating in Intellectual Property.…