Governor Jay Nixon today appointed the Honorable Margaret Holden as Associate Judge of the 31st Judicial Circuit. Judge Holden will be the first woman to serve in that role in Greene County. “Today Judge Nixon made history, appointing Judge Margaret Holden, delivering on the promise that the Missouri Plan, touted to increase diversity on the bench, is fulfilling that promise … [Read more...] about Margaret Holden Appointed to Greene County Circuit
Scott Bradford Pierson, a Kansas City native, graduated from Missouri State University with a major in Political Science, and a minor in Communications in 2008. While at Missouri State, Scott competed on a national ranked policy debate team. He was also extremely involved with Missouri State University, serving many leadership roles including Student Body Vice-president. He … [Read more...] about Scott Pierson, SBJ Up-and-Comer
When Johannes Demarzi was a student, he truly was a scholar athlete – the only Political Science major ever named to the NSCAA/adidas Scholar All-America First Team. Upon completion of his BS degree in 2009, Johannes enrolled in law school graduating in 2012. After practicing law on both sides of litigation, plaintiff and defense, Johannes is currently practicing in the area … [Read more...] about Johannes Demarzi – Scholar, Athlete, Attorney
Congratulations to 1991 alumni, Joe Passanise, for his selection as a 2015 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyer. This marks the 10th year that Joe has been selected for his excellence in the area of criminal defense. This selection puts Joe in the top 5% of over 25,000 lawyers in Missouri. For more information about Joe and his legal practice, see … [Read more...] about Alumni Joe Passanise Recognized as a Super Lawyer (10 years and counting!)
Jarica (Hudspeth) Oeltjen I am a 2009 graduate of Missouri State University’s political science program. Following my time at MSU, I attended law school at the University of Arkansas School of Law in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and obtained my law degree in 2012. I currently practice with the law firm of Lathrop & Gage LLP, in Springfield. I can’t really say enough … [Read more...] about A Shout Out From Alum Jarica (Hudspeth) Oeltjen – Right Back Atcha, Jarica