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Centralia Attorney Jayne A. Pearman Appointed as New Boone County Associate Circuit Judge

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Centralia, MO — In a recent judicial reshuffle, Centralia attorney Jayne A. Pearman has been appointed as Boone County’s new associate circuit judge. Pearman’s appointment comes as a succession to Stephanie Morrell, who was recently elected as a circuit judge in the November elections. Morrell is set to fill the vacancy left by Judge Kevin Crane, who announced his retirement following a distinguished 17-year tenure. Governor Mike Parson, confirming the appointment, chose Pearman for her extensive legal expertise and the deep roots she has in the local community. Operating her own law firm in Centralia, … Read more

Jamieson Greer Appointed as U.S. Trade Envoy by Former President Trump

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Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump has designated Jamieson Greer as the new Chief Trade Representative for the United States, signaling a continued focus on aggressive trade policies. Greer, who previously served as Chief of Staff to U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping and executing trade strategies that align with the administration’s priorities. Jamieson Greer, a lawyer with extensive experience in international trade, steps into a role that has been crucial for Trump’s administration, particularly in navigating trade relations and disputes with China. His appointment comes at … Read more

Brooke Rollins Appointed by Trump as Head of Agriculture Department, Signaling Conservative Shift

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Washington, D.C. – Former President Donald Trump has appointed Brooke Rollins, a conservative lawyer with a history of advocating for justice reform and deregulation, to lead the Department of Agriculture. Rollins, who previously served as acting director of the Domestic Policy Council during Trump’s administration, steps into a role vital for shaping U.S. agricultural policy and food regulation. Brooke Rollins, whose career has blended legal expertise with a keen focus on public policy, brings a distinctive approach to her new position. Before her tenure in the White House, she was president and CEO of the … Read more

Erica Ferreira Gomes Appointed to Lead SPS Advogados’ Corporate Law Division Amid Expansion Efforts

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LISBON, Portugal — Erica Ferreira Gomes has been appointed to lead the corporate and commercial law team at SPS Advogados, marking a significant return to the firm where she began her legal career. Gomes brings a robust background with 14 years of experience in various legal domains including real estate law and litigation. The move to appoint Gomes as the coordinating associate attorney at SPS Advogados comes as she transitions from CCAA Sociedade de Advogados, another prominent law firm. This appointment reflects SPS Advogados’ strategic intent to enhance the structure and quality of their services. … Read more