Allison Gerli Receives Bar Association Award of Merit at Law Day 2020
October 2, 2020
Congratulations to Allison Gerli and all of the BAMSL Law Day 2020 Award Recipients.
The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (BAMSL) has selected attorney Allison Gerli as one of five attorneys to receive the 2019-2020 Young Lawyers Division Award of Merit (YLD). This award is given to YLD members to recognize their service to the organization. Allison has been a YLD board member since 2014, serving as Treasurer, chairperson of Read Across America, and co-chairperson for the Motion for Kids Trivia Night. This is Allison's third time receiving the YLD Award of Merit at BAMSL's Law Day.
BAMSL will recognize the winners of the YLD Award of Merit at the 2020 Law Day Awards Ceremony on October 2, 2020 on the steps of the Thomas F. Eagleton United States Courthouse.
What is Law Day?
Law Day is an annual event taking place across the nation on May 1 to recognize the rule of law. (BAMSL rescheduled this year's Law Day Awards Ceremony to October 2 in response to coronavirus.)
Established in 1958 by President Eisenhower, Law Day is celebrated by bar groups, courts, schools, and community organizations throughout the country and the world.
Law Day aims to recognize and educate Americans about how the legal process strives to protect our freedoms and achieve justice for all.
Law Day is an annual event taking place across the nation on May 1 to recognize the rule of law. (BAMSL rescheduled this year's Law Day Awards Ceremony to October 2 in response to coronavirus.)
Established in 1958 by President Eisenhower, Law Day is celebrated by bar groups, courts, schools, and community organizations throughout the country and the world.
Law Day aims to recognize and educate Americans about how the legal process strives to protect our freedoms and achieve justice for all.
The Center for Family Law celebrates Courtney Green's recognition at the 2026 Missouri Lawyers Media Women’s Justice Awards in the Mentor category, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the legal profession and her commitment to the development of attorneys starting their careers. The 28th annual Women’s Justice Awards on April 16, 2026 celebrated women across Missouri who exemplify leadership, integrity, service, and excellence in advancing the quality of justice. Honorees are selected from diverse sectors of the legal community, including private practice, the judiciary, public service, academia, and nonprofit leadership. The Mentor Award is presented to experienced legal professionals who have played a meaningful role in shaping the careers of emerging attorneys. Throughout Courtney's career, which she has spent with The Center for Family Law, she has demonstrated a deep dedication to mentorship, offering guidance, encouragement, and opportunities to those entering the profession, both in and out of the firm. Courtney has been devoted to fostering professional growth and helping cultivate the confidence and skills of future leaders in the law. Please join us in congratulating Courtney on this well-deserved recognition. We are honored to have her as part of our firm and grateful for the example she sets within our profession and community.
The Center for Family Law is excited to kick off its fifth year of hosting the Second Saturday Divorce Workshops and to share the 2026 workshop dates.
We are thrilled to announce that four of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars lists! This distinction honors outstanding legal professionals across the nation who demonstrate excellence in their field, and we are proud to celebrate the exceptional achievements of our team. Celebrating Our Super Lawyer Ann Bauer has once again been recognized as a Super Lawyer in Missouri & Kansas, marking her 19th consecutive year on the list. Ann’s dedication, skill, and commitment to her clients have earned her additional prestigious honors: Top 50: Women Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers – 11th year Top 50: St. Louis Super Lawyers – 7th year Ann’s recognition is a testament to her decades of experience and unwavering commitment to families and individuals navigating complex legal matters. Rising Stars of 2025 We are also proud to celebrate our three attorneys named Rising Stars this year: Allison Gerli – 8th year Kristen Sparks – 7th year Hallie Van Duren – 5th year The Rising Stars designation recognizes outstanding attorneys who are making a significant impact in their field earlier in their careers. What This Recognition Means The Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists are highly selective, recognizing only a small percentage of attorneys in each state based on peer nominations, professional achievement, and other rigorous criteria. Being named to these lists reflects the consistent excellence, skill, and dedication our attorneys bring to every case. We are proud to have a team of legal professionals who combine experience, empathy, and expertise to serve our clients. Congratulations to Ann, Allison, Kristen, and Hallie for this well-deserved recognition!