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Johnson + Krol is proud to announce that, effective September 1, 2026, the highly respected St. Louis law firm of Hammond & Shinners is joining Johnson + Krol. As J+K enters its 25th year, this combination marks an exciting new chapter in the firm’s continued growth and service to labor unions, fringe benefit funds, signatory contractors, and working people throughout the Midwest. With offices in Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, J+K will be uniquely positioned to be the law firm of choice for labor and Taft-Hartley benefits across the Midwest.

The attorneys of Hammond & Shinners bring with them decades of experience serving labor unions and fringe benefit funds. With a shared commitment to protecting union members, signatory contractors, and hard-earned benefits, J+K is equipped to serve clients with twenty full-time attorneys and six seasoned Of Counsel attorneys, making J+K one of the largest labor and Taft-Hartley law firms in the country.

Reflecting on J+K’s growth since its founding, Managing Member Dennis Johnson said, “From the beginning, our goal has been to build the leading law firm and unquestioned market leader in our field. Starting small but growing fast, this combination brings us even closer to realizing that goal by expanding the depth, scale, and continuity of service we provide to our clients.” J+K is excited to welcome new members Daniel M. McLaughlin, Jagadeesh Mandava, and Ann Dalton. Richard Shinners, Greg Campbell, Janine Martin, and Mary Lindmark will join J+K as Of Counsel, and Melissa McLaughlin will join J+K as an associate.

We look forward to the opportunities ahead and to continuing to serve our clients with the same commitment, experience, and dedication that have defined J+K for the past 25 years.