Steptoe & Johnson Honors Eight Attorneys and Professional Staff as “Women Who Inspire”

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. – To celebrate Women’s History Month, Steptoe & Johnson is wrapping up its annual Women Who Inspire series, which has highlighted four female leaders of notable companies each week in March. For the final week in March, the firm is proud to recognize eight Steptoe & Johnson attorneys and professional staff who have been nominated by their colleagues as “Women Who Inspire.”

The four attorneys and four professional staff members have been recommended by their peers for upholding the Core Values of the firm, demonstrating leadership and mentorship qualities, exemplifying resilience, determination and empowerment, advocating for others, balancing stress and workload with grace, and giving time to causes and initiatives to better the firm and their communities.

 

The 2025 Attorneys and Professional Staff honorees are (in alphabetical order):

Lisa Guappone
Paralegal
Morgantown, WV
“Her passion and drive not only elevates our team but also inspires me to grow both professionally and personally.”

Shannon Herron
Coordinator, Business & Labor Departments
Morgantown, WV
“Shannon is always making sure people are taken care of and work is being done where it is needed.”

LaKeisha Hodge
Office Manager
Dallas, TX
“She exudes the team mentality. She smiles and keeps a sense of humor during tough times.”

Amanda Keane
Legal Administrative Assistant
Southpointe, PA
“Amanda Keane is among the best of us. She has an incredible ability to anticipate needs and solve problems before they arise.”

Jeanette Timmons
Of Counsel
Oklahoma City, OK
“Jeanette’s success and longevity in this profession is made possible by her ability to balance personal and professional goals.”

Lauren Turner
Member
Bridgeport, WV
“Lauren approaches everything she does for the firm with that same energy and thoroughness.”

Endia Vereen
Member
Pittsburgh, PA
“Endia is an advocate for others and handles the stress of the job with grace.”

Allison Williams
Member
Bridgeport, WV
“Allison is a giver. She is generous with her time and talents, both within and outside the firm.”