The Center for Family Law's Clayton Office is Moving!
December 15, 2021
The Center for Family Law is excited to announce that we are moving! Effective Monday, December 20, our Clayton office address will be: 230 S. Bemiston Avenue, Suite 405, St. Louis, Missouri 63105.
The Clayton office will be closed December 16 and 17 for the move. Our server will be down starting December 15 at 5:00 p.m. and should be back online on December 17 in the morning. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.
If you are interested in talking to an attorney at the firm during this time, please complete the consultation request form, located here, and someone will get back to you as soon as we are able.
Our phones will be off on December 16. If you are calling on a current case and require immediate attention, please reach out to the attorney on your case at their direct dial, listed on their profile page.
Parking at the new office. There is visitor and client parking in the garage on the street level of the building, directly adjacent to Shaw Park Drive. The visitor parking is also accessible by entering the first garage entrance from the north alley off of Bemiston Avenue, directly behind the restaurant, IL Palato.
There is also metered parking on Bemiston Avenue in front of the building. Meters are paid by downloading the Passport Parking app.
Paying for parking. Cash or by a token. The Firm will cover parking for clients and will provide clients with parking tokens upon arrival or departure. Meters are paid through the Passport Parking app via credit/debit card.

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.

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!


