Best Lawyers Near You in St. Louis, Missouri for Litigation - Construction
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...
Derek P. Ruzicka focuses his trial practice in a diverse range of areas, with an emphasis in complex litigation. He has handled 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. Whether through dismissal, favorable trial verdicts, or reasonable case resolutions, he has successfully handled many difficult matters through completion. Derek’s experience is extensive...
Najla Hasic is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Construction Law, Litigation - Construction, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Product Liability Litigation - Defendants and Transportation Law. Najla practices law in St. Louis, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Najla Hasic 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 rega...
Originally from Jacksonville, Illinois, Hayley M. Hughes attended Illinois College in her hometown. She graduated magna cum laude with a B.S. in Management and Organizational Leadership, and a minor in Sociology. She was also inducted into Delta Mu Delta, an international business honor society which recognizes and encourages academic excellence. Given her business background, Hayley brings an exceptional touch that complements the firm. Hayley transitioned to law school at St. Louis Universi...
Katherine Ricks is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Construction, Litigation - Labor and Employment and Labor and Employment Law - Management. Katherine practices law in Chesterfield, Missouri Best Lawyers has recognized Katherine Ricks 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 Katherine Ricks is he...
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