Mary E. Lopinot, a principal with Mathis, Marifian, Richter & Grandy, Ltd. is also a certified public accountant. Mary concentrates her practice in taxation, probate and bankruptcy and works with small and mid- sized companies. She received her B.S. in accounting from Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville and her J.D. cum laude from St. Louis University School of Law. Having worked previously in the retail, wholesale and banking industries, Mary is familiar with aspects of both public and private accounting. Her knowledge of business and law is an ideal combination for corporations needing to address a number of statutory and tax issues.