in and out of the courtroom

Firm News:Charniece Rollie Appointed to IFMA Professional Development Committee

MAY 21, 2026

Charniece Rollie Appointed to IFMA Professional Development Committee

Charniece Rollie, Baker Sterchi's Director of Administration, has been appointed to the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Professional Development Committee.

Product Liability Law Blog:Washington upholds the Construction Statute of Repose's applicability to Asbestos Claims

MAY 21, 2026

Washington upholds the Construction Statute of Repose's applicability to Asbestos Claims

Washington Supreme Court holds that installation of asbestos-containing insulation constituted construction of an improvement on real property, and insulation was integral to the refinery's intended function. Claims arising from that construction are barred by Washington's construction statute of repose under RCW 4.16.300-.310.

Speaking Engagements:Justin Meyer to Speak on Reptile Theory at DRI Young Lawyers Seminar

MAY 20, 2026

Justin Meyer to Speak on Reptile Theory at DRI Young Lawyers Seminar

On June 3, Baker Sterchi attorney Justin Meyer will present at the DRI Young Lawyers Seminar in Louisville, Kentucky.

Recognition:Scott Kreamer Named to 2026 Missouri Lawyers Media Business Defense POWER List

MAY 18, 2026

Scott Kreamer Named to 2026 Missouri Lawyers Media Business Defense POWER List

For the sixth year in a row, Baker Sterchi Managing Member Scott Kreamer has earned recognition on Missouri Lawyers Media's Business Defense POWER List.

Results:Defense Verdict Obtained for Nonprofit Client in Emotional Distress Dispute Trial

MAY 13, 2026

Defense Verdict Obtained for Nonprofit Client in Emotional Distress Dispute Trial

On May 7, 2026, after a three-day trial in the Circuit Court of Oregon for Multnomah County, Baker Sterchi Seattle attorneys, alongside co-counsel, obtained a directed defense verdict on behalf of a nonprofit client in Portland, Oregon.

Recognition:Tom Rice Selected for 2026 Missouri Lawyers Media ICON Award

MAY 4, 2026

Tom Rice Selected for 2026 Missouri Lawyers Media ICON Award

Missouri Lawyers Media has selected Baker Sterchi Member Tom Rice as a recipient of its 2026 ICON Award.

Speaking Engagements:Heather Shore to Lead, Speak at KBA Construction Law CLE Conference

MAY 4, 2026

Heather Shore to Lead, Speak at KBA Construction Law CLE Conference

On June 5, Baker Sterchi Member and Kansas Bar Association Construction Law Section President Heather Shore will help lead and co-present at the KBA Construction Law CLE Conference in Olathe, Kansas.

Firm News:Baker Sterchi Welcomes Amber Nations as Director of Accounting

MAY 1, 2026

Baker Sterchi Welcomes Amber Nations as Director of Accounting

Baker Sterchi welcomes Amber Nations as the firm's Director of Accounting, based in the Kansas City office.

Firm News:Jim Maloney Appointed Co-Chair of Baker Sterchi Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith Practice Group

APR 30, 2026

Jim Maloney Appointed Co-Chair of Baker Sterchi Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith Practice Group

Baker Sterchi Member Jim Maloney has been named co-chair of the firm's Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith Practice Group, succeeding Michael Shunk and joining Clay Crawford, who continues to serve as co-chair.

Results:Court of Appeals for the Western District Affirms Summary Judgment in Favor of Firm Client in Case Involving Forklift Injury

APR 30, 2026

Court of Appeals for the Western District Affirms Summary Judgment in Favor of Firm Client in Case Involving Forklift Injury

On April 21, 2026, the Missouri Court of Appeals for the Western District affirmed summary judgment entered in favor of a firm client in a negligence suit arising from a fall from the elevated platform of a raised forklift.