Kara M. Brostron, CLM is the Director of Operations at Lashly & Baer, P.C., where she is responsible for human resources, benefits, insurance, continuing education, recruiting, training, information technology, marketing, and facilities. In 2019, she earned the “Certificate of Excellence” for craftsmanship in the design and production of engraved products by the International Engraved Graphic Association for her work on the firm’s annual holiday card, and in 2020, she was honored as both a Legal Unsung Hero by Missouri Lawyers Weekly and as a Best Boss by Small Business Monthly – St. Louis. Her foresight in implementing a paperless office and Remote Desktop System was invaluable to Lashly & Baer, its employees, and its clients, in creating the ability to work from any location. Kara is an active member of the Association of Legal Administrators – Gateway Chapter and is currently the Co-Chairperson of its Communications/Website and Comp and Benefits Teams. She also serves as the Chairperson of the Product and Service Review Committee for the Association of Legal Administrators.