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Bruce E. Beard
Managing Partner
Licensed in Missouri & Illinois
bbeard@cinnamonmueller.com
"We’re helping small town America in a cutting-edge industry that provides services people want and need. I enjoy working closely with our clients, as part of their team, to ensure their success."
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Scott C. Friedman
Partner
Licensed in Wisconsin & Illinois
sfriedman@cinnamonmueller.com
"I grew up in the industry, so it seemed like a natural fit. One of the best parts of working with our clients is getting to understand how they’re running their businesses and working alongside them, not just on their behalf.”
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Melanie A. McMullen
Partner
Licensed in Kansas & Missouri
mmcmullen@cinnamonmueller.com
"When our clients come to us first for advice, I feel like I’m their in-house legal – it’s like being part of their team. We get to work with the “white hat” men and women, many of whom are highly innovative and are visionaries in the industry.”