Luncheons

Missouri Bar Foundation and Public Service Awards Luncheon

Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 12 - 1:30 p.m. 

Three days of enjoyable social gatherings, excellent CLE, and endless networking opportunities begin with this separately-ticketed luncheon recognizing the finest traditions of professionalism and public service. The Missouri Bar Foundation will recognize members of the bar who have performed exemplary work in trial and appellate advocacy, legal writing, professionalism, and contributions to the administration of justice. to the administration of justice.

The luncheon will include a presentation of the “President’s Award” to individuals who have made particularly noteworthy contributions to the work of The Missouri Bar during the past year. In addition, the Young Lawyers’ Section honors a lawyer and an organization for outstanding public service, and two notable public service providers – prosecutors and public defenders – are recognized.

This luncheon is not included in the Annual Meeting registration fee. Tickets are $65 per person.

Opening Luncheon and Chief Justice’s Address

Thursday, Sept. 19 | 12 - 1:40 p.m.

(Special thanks to our sponsors: Triple Platinum Sponsor Davis, Bethune & Jones LLC, Kansas City and Gold Sponsor Gray Ritter Graham

 
Megan E. Phillips  
Chief Justice Mary R. Russell Megan E. Phillips Shelly Dreyer Bill Bay 

A welcome respite following the Annual Meeting’s plenary sessions, the Opening Luncheon gives lawyers and judges the opportunity to enjoy lunch, celebrate the profession, and hear an update on Missouri’s justice system.

At the heart of the luncheon is the “Chief Justice’s Address.” Chief Justice Mary R. Russell will provide the attendees with an update on issues facing the bench and bar.

This event will include the passing of the gavel from Missouri Bar President Megan Phillips to her successor, Shelly Dreyer of Joplin.

The event will also feature recognition of this year’s class of Senior Counselors, those distinguished members who this year mark 50 years in practice or attainment of the age of 75 years. Their examples of leadership and service to their clients offer a legacy of professionalism for all who attend this luncheon.

Alumni Luncheons

Friday, Sept. 20 | 12:15 p.m.

Saint Louis University School of Law | RSVP
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law | RSVP
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law | RSVP
Washington University St. Louis Law Alumni Luncheon & Conversation | RSVP