Robert C. Creighton

For more than two decades, Tony has passionately committed himself to protecting the patents and intellectual property of clients all over the United States. His opponents have included some of the largest companies in the world, including Google, Yahoo, Microsoft, and more. Thanks to his dedication to the law and skillful application of its principles, he has stood against these industry giants and successfully protected the interests of his clients each time. He represents a uniquely divers...

Elaine Pudlowski joined the office of Frankel, Rubin, Klein, Payne & Pudlowski, P.C., in 1997. Elaine practices extensively in the field of domestic relations where she represents both men and women in matters pertaining to divorce, paternity, child custody, child support and spousal support. Elaine also works in the juvenile court handling adoptions, detentions and care and protection matters as well as in the probate court assisting families with legal guardianships and estates. In addi...

Richard W. Hill III practices in the areas of health care law and corporate law, with an emphasis on regulatory defense, health care fraud and abuse compliance, corporate transactions, as well as the negotiation and drafting of various software, equipment, and professional service agreements. He advises a broad array of healthcare providers, from hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and assisted living facilities to individual physicians, nurses, and counselors. Rich advises clients on vari...

Celynda L. Brasher is a founding shareholder of the firm. She practices in the areas of education, litigation, and labor and employment law. Celynda represents numerous school districts throughout Missouri. She regularly advises boards of education and administrators on matters involving employee hiring, evaluation, remediation, and termination; student rights and discipline; special education; school finance; civil rights; contracts; the Missouri Open Meetings Act; church/state issues; and a...

Anne Kerns is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Anne practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Anne Kerns since 2023. 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 Anne Kerns is held by other lawyers.

John Barnerd is a Partner at Simmons Hanly Conroy. He joined the firm in 2002 as mesothelioma and asbestos attorney, and today is a member of the firm’s management committee. He previously served for two years as an Assistant State’s Attorney for Madison County, Ill. John earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Illinois College and graduated with his J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law. In 2010, Chicago Lawyers Magazine recognized him as a top 40 Under 40 ...

Adina Johnson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice and Insurance Law. Adina practices law in Clayton, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Adina Johnson 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 Adina Johnson is held by other lawyers.

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

John R. Fenley was named a partner in 2019. He practices in the areas of family law and criminal defense. He received his bachelor’s degree in communication and political science from DePauw University and his law degree from Saint Louis University. While in law school, Mr. Fenley served as a staff member and editor for the Saint Louis University Law Journal. He also interned with the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s office before joining Reinker, Hamilton & Piper, LLC....

Lisa A. Pake is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Insurance Law, Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, Litigation - Insurance and Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants. Lisa A. practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Lisa A. Pake since 2013. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic re...