Lathrop GPM LLP Names Ben Struby as Partner in Charge of Kansas City Office

Firm Highlights Growth, Culture and New Modern Office Space in Kansas City Transition.

KANSAS CITY, Mo., June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lathrop GPM LLP is pleased to announce that Ben Struby has been named the Partner in Charge of the firm's Kansas City office. He succeeds Jean Paul Bradshaw, who has served in the role for over eight years. Bradshaw will continue as an active partner in the firm, focusing on his litigation practice.

"Jean Paul has been an exceptional leader and the friendly face of our Kansas City office, guiding us through key events and milestones, including the COVID-19 pandemic, and more recently, the selection of our new office space," said Struby. "He has created a strong foundation with a cohesive and dynamic office culture. I look forward to building on that foundation and enabling our team to excel on behalf of our clients and the community."

Ben Struby focuses his practice on bankruptcy, restructuring, creditors' rights and receiverships. He has spent the past seven years at Lathrop GPM, demonstrating natural leadership and a commitment to the firm's values. Struby has taken on formal and informal leadership roles, including assisting with lateral associate and summer associate recruiting and serving on the firm's Professional Development Committee. Outside the office, Struby has held positions on several nonprofit boards. And, he completed the Kansas City Chamber of Commerce's Centurions leadership program in 2024. He was also recognized as a 2025 NextGen Leader by the Kansas City Business Journal.

"I am thrilled to see Ben step into this role. His leadership and engagement within the Kansas City office and the broader community make him an excellent choice to guide this office into the future," said Bradshaw. "Serving as the firm's first Partner in Charge of the Kansas City office has been one of the highlights of my career. I've had the privilege of working with an exceptional team to grow this office and enhance its role in the community. I remain committed to the success of our firm and look forward to this exciting new chapter under Ben's leadership."

Struby is dedicated to strengthening the Kansas City office's collaborative culture and attracting top talent. He will also lead the development of the firm's new space at Stanton Road Capital's 2323 Grand Boulevard, scheduled for summer 2026. The new office will feature a hybrid layout with open seating and private, assigned workspaces, a model designed to foster collaboration and support more efficient client service, consistent with the firm's offices in Boston, Chicago, Denver, Minneapolis and St. Louis.

Lathrop GPM continues its strategic growth across offices, with recent developments signaling strong momentum in Kansas City. The appointment of Struby as Partner in Charge, the upcoming relocation to a new, modern office in 2026, and the recent addition of Terrence (Terry) Kilroy to the Labor & Employment practice as Senior Counsel reflect the firm's commitment to expanding its presence, strengthening its team and deepening client service in the region.

About Lathrop GPM LLP
Lathrop GPM is a full-service Am Law 200 law firm with over 360 attorneys and other legal professionals in 13 offices. Meeting the legal needs of businesses, organizations and high-net-worth individuals, our attorneys provide a full spectrum of corporate legal services: corporate, tax and business transactions, labor, employment and franchise law, litigation, intellectual property, private client services, real estate, and trusts and estates. We help clients grow and succeed, anticipate trends, plan for challenges and bring their visions to life. Clients recognize Lathrop GPM for our commitment to client service, legal project management and innovative pricing capabilities. A Multilaw and Employment Law Alliance affiliate, we have the resources of more than 90 independent law firms in 100 countries worldwide. For more information, visit www.lathropgpm.com.

For more information, please contact:
Jasmine Trillos-Decarie | Jasmine.Decarie@lathropgpm.com | 720.931.3125

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