Stranch, Jennings & Garvey, PLLC

05/27/2026

A federal judge has granted final approval of a groundbreaking settlement in the In re: Wells Fargo & Company Hiring Practices Derivative Litigation, establishing a $100 million borrower assistance fund designed to expand homeownership opportunities in underserved communities.

During the hearing, Judge Trina L. Thompson praised the legal teams’ creativity in crafting what she described as a “win-win for everybody.”

SJ&G members Lesley Weaver and Anne Davis, along with attorney Joshua Samra, were proud to help secure a resolution focused on meaningful corporate reform and long-term community impact.

Wells Fargo settlement creates a $100M borrower assistance fund to expand homeownership in underserved communities.

05/15/2026

We’re pleased to share that St. Louis-based member Corey Kraushaar has been included in Missouri Lawyers Media’s 2026 POWER List for Business Defense, which features the state’s most powerful attorneys in business defense law.

Corey was recognized for securing some of the largest verdicts in Missouri and his reputation for working collaboratively with opposing counsel. This year’s inclusion marks the fourth consecutive year he’s been named to the list.

Congratulations, Corey!

SJ&G member Corey Kraushaar was named to Missouri Lawyers Media’s 2026 POWER List for Business Defense.

05/08/2026

We’re proud to share that Member Anne Davis will be speaking at the Class of Our Own Women’s Summit 2026 in Nashville.

Her session, “Not Today, Jolene: Defendant Delay Tactics Stopped Cold,” will focus on strategies for addressing delay tactics in litigation.

05/06/2026

SJ&G congratulates Member Lesley Weaver on being named to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers guide.

This annual guide recognizes top lawyers who represent investors, consumers and businesses in high-stakes financial litigation, including complex cases involving securities fraud, antitrust violations, consumer protection and corporate governance disputes.

Honorees are recognized for achieving significant financial recoveries while demonstrating legal skill, leadership and ethical conduct.

Well done, Lesley!

Nationally recognized litigator Lesley Weaver leads landmark consumer, privacy and antitrust cases. Learn more.

05/05/2026

We are proud to announce that Stranch, Jennings & Garvey Member Anne Davis has been selected as a dialogue leader for The Sedona Conference WG11 (Data Security & Privacy) Annual Meeting 2026.

Anne will guide a critical discussion on the "Data Privacy Primer, Second Edition," exploring the evolving landscape of data protection and privacy law.

The Sedona Conference pursues in-depth study of tipping point issues in the areas of antitrust law, complex litigation, intellectual property rights, and data security and privacy law, with the goal of producing high-quality, nonpartisan commentary and guidance of immediate, practical benefit to the bench and bar, and we are honored to have Anne represent our firm at this prestigious event.

Congratulations, Anne!

Anne has more than a decade of experience litigating complex matters in federal and state courts across the country, including California, Delaware, Illinois and Kansas. Her practice focuses on high-stakes investigations and the litigation of antitrust, consumer protection and securities matters. Be...

04/21/2026

Stranch, Jennings & Garvey is proud to announce that Member Lesley Weaver will be a featured speaker at the Perfect Law 2026 Global Class Actions and Mass Torts Conference.

On April 22, Lesley will join a distinguished panel of judges and legal experts to discuss "Different Thresholds for Class Certification Across Jurisdictions."

As class actions continue to evolve globally, understanding these varying legal frameworks is essential for delivering justice across borders.

Experience the pinnacle of legal discourse at the PerfectLaw Conference, where our agenda and sessions seamlessly blend cutting-edge insights with unparalleled expertise.

04/10/2026

SJ&G congratulates Founding and Managing Member J. Gerard Stranch IV on being named to the Nashville Post’s 2026 “In Charge” list.

The annual list recognizes influential business, political and civic leaders making an impact in Middle Tennessee. Gerard was one of 52 Nashville-area attorneys selected for the Post’s “In Charge – Legal” list and has been named to the list each year since the Legal sector was added in 2018.

Congratulations, Gerard!

Gerard Stranch named to Nashville Post’s 2026 In Charge list, recognizing top legal leaders shaping Middle Tennessee.

04/08/2026

Member Isaac Kimes recently returned to the "Nashville in Focus" panel to weigh in on the shifting landscape of Tennessee politics and local infrastructure.

From the unexpected entry and exit of astronaut Butch Wilmore in the gubernatorial race to the fundraising challenges in the 5th Congressional District, Isaac provided expert insight into the races shaping the state’s future. The panel also tackled the Metro Council’s recent vote regarding the proposed Tesla tunnel loop.

Read more here: https://stranchlaw.com/isaac-kimes-joins-nashville-in-focus-panel-discussion-on-political-campaigns-tesla-tunnel-loop/

03/30/2026

Stranch, Jennings & Garvey is proud to announce that Member Anne Davis will be a featured speaker for two critical sessions at the 2026 ASU-Arkfeld eDiscovery, Law and Technology Conference in Phoenix on March 31!

Anne will be lending her expertise to some of the most pressing issues in modern law.

Trust but Verify: Ethical AI Use for Attorneys and Judges — A deep dive into the intersection of AI innovation and professional responsibility.

The panel will also include Mark Sidoti (FG+G) as moderator, alongside Shawn Cheadle (Taft Law Firm) and Judge Samuel Thumma of the Arizona Court of Appeals.

Privacy in a Surveilled Society — An exploration of privacy laws, data collection, and e-Discovery challenges in an increasingly monitored world.

Co-panelists include David Rudolph (Lieff Cabraser), Ross Gotler (Paul, Weiss), Kate Baxter Kauf (Lockridge Grindal Nauen) and Jerry Bui (FTI Consulting).

Learn more about the conference:

This conference is live in person on March 5-6, 2024 at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law​.

03/11/2026

We are proud to announce that St. Louis native and SJ&G Of Counsel Sam Gladney has been appointed to the Missouri Gaming Commission by Governor Mike Kehoe.

The commission ensures the integrity of Missouri’s gaming industry, and we know Sam’s extensive background in regulatory affairs and labor law will be an incredible asset to the state. Since joining SJ&G in 2023, Sam has consistently demonstrated the leadership skills he honed as a West Point graduate and U.S. Army veteran.

Please join us in congratulating Sam on this prestigious new role!

Sam Gladney appointed to the Missouri Gaming Commission by Gov. Mike Kehoe. Learn about the SJ&G attorney’s new role.