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Spencer Fane LLP

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USA Guide 2026 : Missouri: Kansas City & Surrounds

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Spencer Fane LLP

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Environment - Missouri: Kansas City & Surrounds

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Spencer Fane boasts a recognized Kansas City-centered practice, renowned for its regulatory counseling and litigation. It advises clients on a range of environmental issues, including cleanup matters, compliance with the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act and asbestos litigation. The group has a significant toxic tort defense and OSHA practice.
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Strengths

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  • Spencer Fane seeks practical solutions to address clients' problems and is always responsive.

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  • We value the team's expertise and attention to detail.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • James Price
    James Price

    James Price

    James Price has a broad environmental practice that sees him handle both contentious and transactional mandates. He is particularly well known for his experience in the cleanup space.

    • James Price is an excellent attorney. He is prompt, knowledgeable and stays ahead of the curve.

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  • Kathleen M Whitby
    Kathleen M Whitby

    Kathleen M Whitby

    Kathleen Whitby of Spencer Fane is well known in the St. Louis market for her environmental disputes practice, which includes advising on complex CERCLA matters. Her litigation capabilities are complemented by additional ADR experience, which includes numerous appointments as a mediator.

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  • Andrew Brought
    Andrew Brought

    Andrew Brought

    Andrew Brought is an increasingly noteworthy presence in the environmental regulatory space, with a practice that sees him regularly counsel on OSHA compliance. He also advises on disputes and transactional support matters.

    • Andrew is a stellar attorney.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • Drew is amazing at all he does. He listens and offers great advice.

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    • Andrew Brought is a leader in sensitive matters related to OSHA.

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  • Jessica E. Merrigan
    Jessica E. Merrigan

    Jessica E. Merrigan

    Jessica Merrigan has an expansive practice covering litigation, regulatory and transactional matters. She also has a considerable offering in the chemical manufacturing space.

    • Jessie is extremely knowledgeable on environmental issues and also displays thought leadership.

      Environment respondentUSA

    • Jessica Merrigan is dedicated to clients and to the profession. She is knowledgeable and an excellent mentor.

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