Morgan L. Johnson

Chad Reis is a skilled trial lawyer and focuses his practice on employment law, representing clients in employment litigation before juries in state and federal courts and before state and federal administrative agencies. He has a broad range of employment trial experience, including claims involving: Discrimination Harassment Whistleblowing and retaliation Wage and hour matters Chad represents numerous national and local employers in the following industries: Retail Hospitality Construction ...

Stephen M. Strum is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Health Care, Litigation - Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Stephen M. practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen M. Strum 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 rega...

Irene J. Marusic is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law, Litigation - Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Irene J. practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Irene J. Marusic since 2021. 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 I...

Mr. Woods' civil litigation and arbitration practice includes trials and appeals in federal and state court, with an emphasis on business litigation, family law and real estate. His business litigation experience includes the representation of a variety of clients (individuals and companies) and involving such diverse subjects as civil RICO, fraud, shareholder rights, Merchandise Act claims, breach of contract, personal injury, and terms and conditions of employment. His real estate cases hav...

Melissa Pesce is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Melissa practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Melissa Pesce 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 Melissa Pesce is held by other lawyers.

Attorney Drew Sealey works as a partner at Simmons Hanly Conroy. He focuses his practice on representing individuals and their families across the country impacted by asbestos-related diseases, such as mesothelioma. He has helped recover more than $50 million in verdicts and settlements on their behalf. “Mesothelioma is such a rare disease and often times the initial shock of a diagnosis, coupled with the cost of treatment and the need to file a lawsuit, can be overwhelming for my clien...

John Young is a distinguished legal professional with over two decades of unparalleled experience representing municipalities, other political subdivisions, businesses and members of the development community. With a proven track record of success and a deep understanding of the intricate world of municipal law, John is a trusted advisor. John embarked on his legal career with a commitment to serving the interests of state and local governments and other political subdivisions. As the City At...

Burton D. Garland, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Burton D. practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Burton D. Garland, Jr. since 2018. 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 Burton D. Garland, Jr. is held by other lawyers.

William S. Thomas is one of the firm’s many experienced trial lawyers. His practice is diverse, with an emphasis in complex litigation. He has tried cases in a number of difficult venues, from the City of St. Louis, Missouri, to Madison and St. Clair Counties, in Illinois, and Federal Court in East St. Louis and St. Louis. He was lead trial counsel in one of the longest civil jury trials in St. Louis County history, which lasted 100 trial days. In addition to his trial practice, Bill is...

Gene J. Brockland is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Gene J. practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Gene J. Brockland since 2020. 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 Gene J. Brockland is held by other lawyers.