Portrait of Kelsey K. McGonigle

Kelsey K. McGonigle

Partner

Kelsey advises clients in mergers and acquisitions, primarily in the middle-market space. She is often engaged to assist on both buy-side and sell-side matters in the manufacturing, distribution, technology, and health care industries, among others. In addition, she advises clients on a wide range of business matters, including commercial finance, commercial contract review, entity formation, succession planning, and general outside counsel advice.

Taking a business-centered approach and appreciating the importance of understanding her client’s overall business goals, Kelsey provides practical legal solutions to help clients achieve their desired results.

    Education

    • William & Mary Law School (J.D., summa cum laude, 2013)
      • Order of the Coif
      • William and Mary Law Review
    • University of Tulsa (B.A., magna cum laude, 2009)

    Bar Admissions

    • Missouri
    • Illinois

    Professional Affiliations

    • ACG St. Louis (Board of Directors and Secretary)
    • American Bar Association
    • Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

    Awards & Honors

    • Named to The Legal 500 US Elite, Missouri, Corporate and M&A (2026)
    • Named to the Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Rising Stars list, Mergers & Acquisitions (2017-2021)
    • Named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America (2022-2025)

Kelsey K. McGonigle

Kelsey advises clients in mergers and acquisitions, primarily in the middle-market space. She is often engaged to assist on both buy-side and sell-side matters in the manufacturing, distribution, technology, and health care industries, among others. In addition, she advises clients on a wide range of business matters, including commercial finance, commercial contract review, entity formation, succession planning, and general outside counsel advice.

Taking a business-centered approach and appreciating the importance of understanding her client’s overall business goals, Kelsey provides practical legal solutions to help clients achieve their desired results.