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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
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 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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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 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 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.…

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Capes Sokol Welcomes Scott B. Mueller to the Firm

  Capes Sokol is thrilled to announce the addition of attorney Scott B. Mueller as Counsel at the Firm. Scott brings a wealth of experience in real estate litigation, having built and managed a nationwide real estate litigation practice with exceptional success. Known for his strategic thinking and deep industry knowledge, Scott transitioned to an…