Thompson Coburn firm chair Christopher Hohn and counsel Omar Malik were named to the St. Louis Business 500 by St. Louis Magazine. The St. Louis Business 500 highlights the metro area’s most influential, impactful, and forward‑thinking leaders.
Chris, who is recognized in the Professional Services category, oversees the firm’s strategic direction in his role as firm chair. A veteran litigator in the ag/biotech space, Chris specializes in complex, high‑stakes and class action matters. He is experienced across trials, appeals, and alternative dispute resolution, known for crafting effective, risk‑reducing litigation strategies.
Omar is recognized for his work with the Asian American Chamber of Commerce St. Louis, where he serves as President. “Omar has helped grow the Asian American Chamber into a visible advocate for entrepreneurs and professionals across the region.” In his role as counsel at the firm, Omar advises individuals and businesses on complex trusts, estate plans, and sophisticated tax matters, preparing key legal, financial, tax, and governance documents while guiding clients on estate, gift, generation‑skipping tax, succession, legacy, and charitable planning.
The 2026 St. Louis Business 500 honorees will celebrate at an exclusive event in April at St. Louis Union Station.
Read the full Business 500 list here. Read Malik’s Q&A here.
