Partner Robert Harry Recognized as a Top Business Attorney by St. Louis Small Business Monthly

02.05.2026

Stinson LLP Partner Robert Harry has been named to the St. Louis Small Business Monthly "2026 Top Business Attorneys" list, a reader-nominated distinction highlighting leading professionals in business law in St. Louis.

In the feature, Harry emphasizes the importance of proactive legal counsel for small business owners, noting, "Operating a small business is challenging, and a worthwhile lawyer will not limit their counseling service by only mitigating legal risk. Experienced attorneys will draw from their experience from working with many other businesses to find proactive, creative solutions for business issues that are interconnected with legal issues."

Harry also discusses common pitfalls small business owners face, including prioritizing short-term expediency over proper legal structuring and due diligence. He notes that involving legal counsel early can help identify risk, support informed decision-making, and often prevent costly issues before they arise.

Harry utilizes his real estate and financial services multidisciplinary background to find practical and business-oriented solutions for his clients. His practice includes experience in commercial real estate transactions, commercial real estate finance, renewable energy project finance and transactions, commercial leasing, and secured lending.

Read the full feature.