Fred Roth, a lifelong St Louisan, was a general trial practitioner in all areas of the law from 1953 until his untimely death in 2001. He was beloved by his clients, all judges and even by his opponents because of his reputation for honestly and integrity, and because he treated everyone with respect and patience. Fred was a mentor for the firm’s founder, and the impetus for the creation of Kodner Watkins in the 1980’s and a strong supporter of the firm until his passing.