KANSAS CITY, Mo. (August 12, 2026) — Lathrop GPM is proud to announce that Managing Partner Cameron Garrison has been named to the Missouri Lawyers Media “Top Managing Partners” list for the fourth consecutive year. This annual recognition honors law firm leaders who have made a lasting impact on Missouri’s legal community through strategic vision, innovation and leadership.
Garrison chairs the firm’s Executive Committee and leads the strategic direction of Lathrop GPM. Under his leadership, the firm has pursued a deliberate growth strategy, including its recently announced combination with premier intellectual property boutique HG Law, effective January 1, 2027, and its October 2024 combination with Silicon Valley-based Hopkins & Carley. The addition of HG Law strengthens Lathrop GPM’s nationally recognized IP practice, creating one of the largest full-service IP practices among Am Law 200 firms. It adds significant engineering-focused patent capabilities, while expanding the firm’s presence in key innovation hubs in Silicon Valley, New York and London.
“It’s an honor to be recognized again among Missouri’s top managing partners,” said Garrison. “This recognition reflects the exceptional people across our firm who are dedicated to serving our clients every day. As our clients’ needs continue to evolve, we’ve remained focused on making thoughtful investments in our people, capabilities and strategic growth to ensure we’re delivering the sophisticated counsel they need to succeed. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together and grateful to work alongside such talented colleagues as we continue building on our momentum.”
Missouri Lawyers Media selects honorees based on their leadership achievements, firm performance and contributions to the legal profession. Garrison’s continued recognition reflects his role in guiding the firm’s growth while fostering a client-centric, collaborative culture.