As one of the nation’s top mesothelioma and asbestos law firms, SWMW Law is known for its dedication to its clients. Last week, the firm was recognized for its dedication to its neighbors.
SWMW Law was recently named a finalist in the St. Louis Business Journal’s 2025 Corporate Philanthropy Awards in the small-company category for the fourth straight year. Companies are selected based on those that gave the most in charitable contributions, including cash and in-kind giving, as well as cumulative volunteer hours. In 2024, the firm donated over $150,000 to area nonprofits, and its employees volunteered more than 1,000 hours.
SWMW Law is no stranger to supporting its friends and neighbors in the community. After working at larger firms for many years, the firm’s founding partners opened SWMW Law in 2012 with a mission to take a more personal approach to helping its clients, including mesothelioma and other asbestos victims, consumers, and individuals who have suffered personal injuries due to the negligence of others. That people-first approach extends from the courtroom to our communities.
“At the foundation of our firm is a deep commitment to one guiding principle: people come first,” said Member Lauren Williams. “Philanthropy is not a separate effort – it’s a natural extension of the values that shape our work and our culture. We believe it’s our responsibility to use our time, energy, and resources to support those in need. It’s not just about giving back – it’s about standing up for the communities we care about and doing our part to make a meaningful difference.”
In the past few years, SWMW has further expanded its philanthropic efforts to include additional employee involvement, giving attorneys and staff members the opportunity to regularly participate in volunteer initiatives. Since 2021, employees have volunteered nearly 4,000 hours in support of organizations that share the firm’s mission of putting people first. Those hours have been spent helping to build community gardens, cooking meals for the unhoused and those battling cancer, providing holiday gifts for children in foster care, promoting diversity in the arts and in the workplace, providing support for area veterans, and so much more.
“Our leadership team couldn’t be prouder of the dedication and passion our employees show when it comes to giving back,” Williams said. “Time and time again, they step up with compassion, empathy, and a true willingness to go the extra mile for others. That kind of spirit doesn’t happen by accident – it’s a powerful reflection of the people-first culture we’ve intentionally built as a firm. Regardless of the challenges our neighbors face, we remain steadfast in our commitment to helping them move forward and thrive.”
To learn more about the 2025 Corporate Philanthropy Awards finalists, click here.
