Brown Serves as Evaluator at State Bar Association Mock Trial Invitational
Melissa Brown was one of about 60 volunteers (mostly attorneys) and 10 judges who volunteered as evaluators for the Illinois State Bar Association’s (ISBA) 2024 Mock Trial Invitational. This was the 41st time ISBA has hosted the annual event, which was held at the University of Illinois–Springfield on March 16 and March 17. Teams from 50 […]
HeplerBroom Donates to Hospital Foundation in Honor of Retiring CEO
In honor of Keith Page’s 28 years of leadership to Anderson Healthcare, HeplerBroom has donated $1,000 to the Anderson Hospital Foundation. Page joined Anderson Hospital in Maryville as its Chief Operating Officer in 1996. He became President and Chief Executive Officer in 2003. During his tenure, the hospital greatly expanded both its physical facilities and […]
Chicago Office Donates to Local Charities
Who knew that earning the right to throw a pie in a colleague’s face could be the pathway to helping those in need? That’s what happened recently in the firm’s Chicago office. The office was divided into three teams, who then waged a Penny Wars campaign. (This is a popular fundraiser where teams compete to […]
Chicago Staff Members Donate Time to Help The Period Collective
Christian Cuque and Eve Meyers recently volunteered their time to pack 125 bags of menstrual products that were being shipped to partners of The Period Collective. An all-volunteer non-profit organization, The Period Collective distributes menstrual products to social service organizations such as schools, food banks, and shelters. Their mission is to create a world where […]
In Honor of the Firm’s Veterans, HeplerBroom Makes Annual Donation to Madison County Veterans’ Court
In a heartfelt tribute to its veterans, HeplerBroom proudly supports the Madison County Veterans’ Court, founded by Honorable Charles Romani. This initiative connects justice-involved veterans with the benefits they earned, providing a path away from the traditional criminal justice system. With community partners, the court offers essential resources like substance abuse assessments and peer mentoring. Join us in honoring our brave veterans and see how HeplerBroom is making a difference this Veterans’ Day.
Springfield Employees Cook for Local Nonprofit Serving Underserved Children
How would you feel after standing on your feet cooking over 10 pounds of taco meat? Brian Lee, Katelyn Hall, and Andrea Quade felt exhilarated. Earlier this fall, the three HeplerBroom staff members stepped away from their daytime duties and became chefs-for-the-night for Compass for Kids, a nonprofit that’s working to make a difference in […]
HeplerBroom Employees Donate Their Time to Community Organizations
Earlier this year, employees from both the Edwardsville and St. Louis offices donated their time to helping organizations in their communities that serve those in need. A team of “painters” from the Edwardsville office painted four pieces of donated furniture at Restore Décor. This nonprofit organization recycles, restores, and resells furniture, then donates the proceeds […]
St. Louis Office Participates in Biz Dash
Employees from HeplerBroom’s St. Louis office participated in the 8th annual St. Louis Biz Dash 5K. Presented by World Wide Technology, the event had a dual purpose: to raise funds for the St. Louis Sports Foundation (which among other activities awards scholarships to students who exhibit outstanding sportsmanship and character) and to promote health, wellness, and […]
Edwardsville Office Donates to American Cancer Society
(Left to right): HeplerBroom partner Tara Kuchar, American Cancer Society Senior Manager of Development Patty Barney, and HeplerBrooom partner Matt Champlin. During the month of April, HeplerBroom’s […]
Libbra and Sheehan Volunteer to Assist Veterans
HeplerBroom attorneys Kelly Libbra and Sean Sheehan were part of a pro bono group of attorneys who provided veterans, active duty military, and their spouses legal assistance in creating wills and powers of attorney. The event, which was sponsored by the Third Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committee, Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, and the Madison […]