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Robert F. Epperson Jr., a founding member of Dowd Bennett LLP, handles complex commercial litigation, internal investigations and appeals. Representing domestic and multinational corporations, as well as high net worth individuals, Robert focuses on civil litigation and appeals in an array of industries such as agriculture, real estate, financial services and insurance. He also conducts internal investigations and counsels clients in connection with investigations undertaken by the U.S. Depar...

Margaret A. Hesse primarily practices in the areas of education law, employment law, and litigation. She has represented school districts in employment matters, including Title VII, the Safe Schools Act, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Equal Pay Act. She has represented employers in labor matters before the United States Department of Labor/Wage and Hour Division, the Illinois Commission on Human Rights and the Illinois Educatio...

Andrew Blackwell is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Andrew practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Andrew Blackwell since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Andrew Blackwell is held by other lawyers.

Todd Neilson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Todd practices law in Alton, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Todd Neilson since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Todd Neilson is held by other lawyers.

Philip Graham is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Philip practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Philip Graham since 2016. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Philip Graham is held by other lawyers.

Bob Stewart has extensive employment law/labor law trial experience in federal and state courts (jury and non-jury), as well as before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and arbitrators. Throughout his career, counseling clients on virtually all aspects of the employment relationship, successfully to avoid litigation, has also been a focus. Another significant aspect of Bob’s practice has been assisting employers in dealing with labor unions, both during collective bargaining, st...

Luther W. Simmons, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Luther W. practices law in Alton, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Luther W. Simmons, Jr. since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Luther W. Simmons, Jr. is held ...

Jeff Wehmer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Jeff practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Jeff Wehmer since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jeff Wehmer is held by other lawyers.

Jamie Boyer is an attorney with The Bruning Law Firm in St. Louis, Missouri, where her practice focuses on Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. She has been recognized by Best Lawyers for her work representing individuals in personal injury matters. Recognized since 2026, Jamie’s inclusion in Best Lawyers is based on peer review from attorneys practicing in the same geographic region and practice area. Her experience includes representing clients in a wide range of injury and civil ...

Corey Franklin's legal practice is focused on the representation of management in labor relations issues and employment law disputes. A majority of Corey's practice is dedicated to helping clients with both unionized and non-unionized personnel when facing labor relations issues. He is highly skilled in advocating for clients in complex collective bargaining negotiations, labor arbitration and grievance proceedings, union organizing campaigns, strikes, and administrative proceedings before th...