
About
Provided by Lathrop GPM
Lathrop GPM represents clients’ interests in all manner of litigation disputes at local, state & federal levels.
With a wealth of experience in litigation, our team includes several former assistant state attorneys general, current & former elected officials & leaders within key regulatory bodies. Our litigation attorneys are recognized by Chambers, the American College of Trial Lawyers, Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers & other entities for excellence in the field. With more than 170 litigators, Lathrop GPM has a broad experience & depth of bench to litigate disputes across the country.
Our clients are Fortune 100 corporations with global operations; some of the nation's largest franchises & distributors; food, beverage & hospitality brands; universities; food producers & related agribusiness companies; manufacturers; technology companies; privately held & family businesses; entrepreneurial ventures; & everything in between.
To provide the highest level of service, we focus our business litigation in the following areas:
- Accountant Liability & Risk Management
- Antitrust & Trade Regulation
- Appellate Practice
- Class Action
- Complex Financial Litigation
- Creditors' Rights
- eDiscovery: Data, Records & Disability Litigation
- ERISA, Life, Health, & Disability Litigation
- General Business & Complex Commercial Litigation
- Investigations & White Collar Defense
- Neutral Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Non-Compete, Non-Solicit, Trade Secrets & Other Restrictive Covenants
- Shareholder Disputes
- Trust & Estate Litigation
Chambers Review
Lathrop GPM's team offers a full suite of litigation services and represents clients on a broad array of matters, from personal injury and wrongful death claims to investigations and class actions relating to product liability and environmental torts. It also has a strong record representing clients in the healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing and financial services industries.
Work Highlights
- Lathrop acted for Apex Physical Therapy following claims brought by former employees and their new employer for alleged violation of the Missouri Computer Tampering Act.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is excellent, they're thorough, honest and hard-working."
"Lathrop makes their clients feel like they are working with a small boutique firm with individual care and attention. Their service and response times are exceptional."
"The team at Lathrop supports our business needs efficiently and effectively. Lathrop communicates with our teams and stays a step ahead of opposing parties by having a clear strategy."
"The team is excellent, they're thorough, honest and hard-working."
"Lathrop makes their clients feel like they are working with a small boutique firm with individual care and attention. Their service and response times are exceptional."
"The team at Lathrop supports our business needs efficiently and effectively. Lathrop communicates with our teams and stays a step ahead of opposing parties by having a clear strategy."
Notable Practitioners

Jean Paul Bradshaw's practice includes advising clients on environmental and regulatory matters, as well as False Claims Act investigations.

Jay Felton is especially known for his work on product liability disputes. His practice also covers a wide range of investigations and regulatory matters.
"He is a strategic thinker and he always provides sound advice in the context of litigation and in the context of complex business transactions."
"He is strategic and engages with his team and mine in a way that allows him to win trust and support. Jay is a true asset to Lathrop and for any client who hires him."

Charles Ron Hobbs is based in Clayton and focuses on assisting clients in toxic torts and environmental claims, with expert knowledge of related insurance laws.
"He's an excellent lawyer with superb writing skills."

Matthew Jacober is head of the Lathrop GPM litigation and dispute resolution team and advises clients on the full range of commercial disputes across a variety of industries.
"He's hard-working, responsive and humane. I can give no higher recommendation."

Mara Cohara leads the Lathrop GPM environmental and tort practice. She focuses on litigation matters including product liability, nuisance and toxic torts. She is well experienced in advising on large-scale matters and high-profile lawsuits.
"She's an outstanding all-around lawyer and provides excellent service to the business."
"Mara is a strong advocate and always one you want on your team. We appreciate her skills and commitment to us as a client."
"Mara is very professional and brings a deep knowledge to the issues we face."

David Frye practices in tort and commercial litigation matters. He is well experienced in defending lawsuits involving personal injury, toxic tort exposure and commercial litigation.
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Members
Provided by Lathrop GPM
Allyson Cunningham
Andrew Ricke
Bernard Rhodes
Bradley Leitch
Brian Fields
Brian Fries
Chad Blomberg
Emily Cantwell
James Moeller
James Moloney
Jehan Moore
Jennifer Griffin
Jonathan Haden
Kate Gasper
Kent Sellers
Kevin Kuhlman

Head of Department

Head of Department
Richard Bien
Richard Rhyne
Sarah Millin
Tedrick Housh III
Clients
Provided by Lathrop GPM
American International Industries (AII)
Bank of America
Burlington Northern Santa Fe, LLC (BNSF)
Deere & Co.
The HANOR Company
Industries
Provided by Lathrop GPM
Agribusiness & Food
Automobiles & Parts
Banks
Chemicals
Commercial & Professional Services
Construction & Materials
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Education
Financial Services
Food & Drink Producers
Forestry & Paper
Health Care
Media
Mining & Metals
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Private Clients / Individuals
Real Estate
Retail
Software & Computer Services
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
Transportation
Travel & Leisure