St. Louis Business Journal 'Most Influential St. Louisans' 2008

The St. Louis Business Journal has named six Bryan Cave St. Louis lawyers to its 2008 annual list of "Most Influential St. Louisans." The honor is based upon their civic and educational involvements that have helped shape the St. Louis region.

Included among the honorees, and the accomplishment for which each is recognized, are:

John C. Danforth - Spearheading the St. Louis area's revitalization efforts and work to develop area plant and life sciences businesses

Don G. Lents - Leader of a major St. Louis employer, chairing the region's largest law firm; board memberships; active M&A practice

Linda M. Martinez - Pro bono work on behalf of the businesspeople and landlords of Valley Park, Mo., relative to illegal immigration ordinances

Walter L. Metcalfe, Jr. - Link in many of St. Louis' largest business deals; board memberships

Peter D. Van Cleve - Management of firm's 250+ lawyer St. Louis office

Cheryl D. S. Walker - Chair of University of Missouri Board of Curators