Emily grew up in St. Louis and graduated from Rockwood Summit High School. She received her undergraduate degree in Chemistry with minors in political science and psychology from Southeast Missouri State University, where she graduated cum laude.
In her free time, Emily enjoys trivia, going to the farmers market, playing Guitar Hero, and watching reality competition television. She loves catching new Horror/Thriller movies at the Alamo Drafthouse and is always looking for new places to eat, drink, and dance with friends.
While in law school, Emily gained experience interning at an insurance defense firm. She also gained experience as a student worker in the Veterans Clinic, assisting veterans with their disability claims and discharge upgrades. She received a Certificate of Excellence for Outstanding Work and Achievement for her work in the Veterans Clinic. Following law school, Emily worked for an insurance defense firm where she focused primarily on medical malpractice before joining The Bruning Law Firm.
Awards & Recognition
Publication: Bergmann, Emily (2021) “Parental Leave in the United States: Why the United States Should Follow France in Implementing Mandatory Paid Paternal Leave,” Child and Family Law Journal: Vol. 9: Iss. 1, Article 7.
Education
Admissions
Associations & Memberships
The Women Lawyers' Association of Greater St. Louis
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
