Murphy Elected to Board of Directors of Chemical Industry Trade Organization
Michael Murphy has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Chemical Industry Council of Illinois (CICI). The Council’s mission includes inspiring and encouraging students’ interest in chemistry and the sciences. It also serves as the unified voice to help member companies develop products and applications that are vital to our modern world and […]
Bauer Interviewed for National Defense Attorney Podcast on How to “Balance It All”
Ever curious how busy law firm partners balance the demands of clients, firm management, professional activities, and a personal life? Beth Bauer offers insights into how she does it during a recent episode of How FDCC Members Get It Done. On the podcast, she discusses with host Valerie Kellner everything from her top organization tip to […]
HeplerBroom Adds New Fall Associates
Sarah Jolley, Colin Kelsey, Ryan Mucci, and Fiona Phillips have joined HeplerBroom as associates. Jolley and Kelsey practice in the firm’s Edwardsville office, while Mucci is in the Chicago office, and Phillips is in St. Louis. All four attorneys graduated from their respective law school programs in 2023, and all served as 2022 HeplerBroom Summer […]
Kister Joins HeplerBroom as Associate
Anna C. Kister has joined HeplerBroom as an associate attorney in the firm’s St. Louis office. Kister focuses her practice on the defense of premises and products liability, insurance law, and personal injury. She also has experience in defending employment discrimination suits. She obtained her J.D. from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law […]
Bushnell Joins HeplerBroom as Associate
Christine Bushnell has joined HeplerBroom as an associate attorney in the firm’s Springfield office. Bushnell focuses her practice on mass torts and civil litigation. She obtained her J.D. from Lewis & Clark Law School in Portland Oregon in 2016. She also holds a B.S. from Texas State University in Criminal Justice. While in law school, […]
DuChateau Re-Elected to IDC Board
James DuChateau was recently re-elected to the Board of Directors of the Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel (IDC). This represents Duchateau’s third term on the board of directors, where he is slated to serve until 2026. HeplerBroom, LLC enjoys a storied history with the IDC, including past presidents Troy Bozarth, Gordon Broom (retired), Jeffrey Hebrank (retired), […]
Hanson Elected President of Madison County Bar Association
On May 25, John Hanson was installed as President of the Madison County (Illinois) Bar Association. The Association of over 600 attorneys exists as both a network of legal professionals as well as a legal resource for the communities and citizens of Madison County. Hanson previously served as its Recording Secretary, Treasurer, and First and […]
HeplerBroom Welcomes 2023 Summer Associates
HeplerBroom is excited to welcome our 2023 Summer Associates! This year, we introduce four talented law students: Ethan Bennett from Washington University, Andres Garcia-Rivera from Loyola University, Tori Hust from Notre Dame, and Dalila Omerovic from Saint Louis University. Our 12-week Summer Associate Program offers a unique opportunity to engage in the firm’s legal practice with dedicated mentors and exposure to various practice areas. Our associates tackle real-world legal challenges while enjoying social events. Discover how our program shapes future legal professionals!
Bousquet Joins HeplerBroom as Partner
Patrick A. Bousquet has joined HeplerBroom as a partner in the firm’s St. Louis office. He has nearly 20 years of experience in insurance coverage, bad faith, and appellate work and advises some of the nation’s top insurance companies in these areas. He also handles complex litigation matters for insurance companies and other businesses. Bousquet […]
Varadachari is President of St. Louis County Bar Association
On Feb. 4, Bharat Varadachari was sworn in as President of the St. Louis County Bar Association. The ceremony was held in the Crystal Ballroom of the Clayton Plaza Hotel. Varadachari, a partner in the firm’s St. Louis office, focuses his practice on the defense of matters related to insurance, personal injury, and the trucking and transportation industry. […]