John C. Bodnar

Larry Hepler, Partner larry.hepler@heplerbroom.com www.heplerbroom.com Practice Description: Mr. Hepler focuses his practice on the defense of complex, multiparty civil cases and class actions involving a wide range of subjects, including all aspects of consumer fraud, personal injury, products liability, pharmaceutical, commercial, toxic torts, construction and insurance litigation. Mr. Hepler has represented clients in numerous jurisdictions, with primary emphasis in Illinois and Missouri. ...

Jennifer Znosko is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Jennifer practices law in Clayton, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Jennifer Znosko since 2027. 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 Jennifer Znosko is held by other lawyers.

Ann E. Bauer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Collaborative Law: Family Law, Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Ann E. practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Ann E. Bauer since 2014. 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 Ann E. Bauer is held by other lawyers.

Harvard Muhm approaches his clients in a comprehensive way that transcends formulaic estate planning: Mr. Muhm is known for being independent-minded and an advocate for his clients. His knowledge of the law and experience with a wide variety of investment strategies enables him to bring his clients’ advisors together to work as a team. This multi-disciplinary approach leverages opportunities and enhances the benefits to the clients. Harvard served on the Board of Directors of Big Brothe...

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.

Patrick J. Hagerty is a native of St. Louis. He completed his undergraduate studies at Quincy College in 1981. He received his law degree in 1985 from Saint Louis University School of Law, and served as an editor of the Saint Louis University Law Journal. Mr. Hagerty is licensed to practice in Missouri and Illinois, and in federal district courts and courts of appeal in Missouri, Illinois, Michigan, Arkansas and the Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Circuits. He serves on the Board of Governors of th...

Patrick Hinrichs is recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, Patrick has been included in Best Lawyers since 2026. The recognition is based on peer review within the legal profession among attorneys practicing in similar areas of law. Patrick Hinrichs is a personal injury attorney with The Bruning Law Firm, where he represents individuals and families in personal injury litigation matters. A St. Louis native, Pat...

Tim Cronin has distinguished himself as a dedicated and award-winning trial lawyer whose work continues to shape the legal profession and improve patient and consumer safety nationwide. He focuses his practice on medical malpractice, product liability, premises liability, trucking litigation, and any type of personal injury involving catastrophic injuries or death. Over the past 15 years, he has led litigation teams in cases with far-reaching consequences for public health and accountability ...

Gary A. Growe is a 1977 graduate of the George Washington University National Law Center. He has spent his entire professional career devoted to civil litigation and civil trial work. He has handled a wide variety of civil cases, including commercial litigation (including breach of contract cases, franchise litigation, securities litigation, anti-trust litigation and security transaction litigation), personal injury litigation (covering product liability, medical negligence, automobile litiga...

Litigator James G. Martin defends corporations and individuals facing high-stakes, complex business lawsuits, white collar criminal charges, and allegations of corporate governance and compliance violations. A former U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri, Jim is regularly lead defense counsel in class action and civil litigation matters, including SEC fraud and healthcare fraud in False Claims Act (FCA) litigation. Corporations also call on him to lead internal investigations rel...