Dwerlkotte to Lead Federal Practice Committee for Western District of Missouri

Shook, Hardy & Bacon Associate Brent Dwerlkotte has been selected chairperson of the Federal Practice Committee for the U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri, for 2017. Led by the chairperson, the Federal Practice Committee serves as a liaison between the Bench and the Bar. The committee suggests changes to local rules and procedures; assists the court by commenting on proposed rules or changes in procedure, as requested; and advises the court concerning the perspective of the Bar on the operation of the court.