Matthew Aplington
About Matthew Aplington
Matthew Aplington serves as the Chief Legal Officer at Spire, a position he has held since 2023. He has a diverse legal background, with experience in various roles at Spire and other law firms in the Greater St. Louis area.
Current Role at Spire
Matthew Aplington serves as the Chief Legal Officer at Spire, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the legal aspects of the organization, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing strategic legal guidance. His tenure at Spire has been marked by a focus on legal risk management and corporate governance.
Previous Experience in Legal Practice
Prior to his current role, Matthew Aplington worked in various legal capacities. He served as Managing Director and Associate General Counsel at Spire from 2020 to 2023, where he focused on legal matters specific to Spire Missouri Inc. Before that, he was a Partner at Lowenbaum Law, an affiliate of Ford & Harrison LLP, from 2010 to 2016. His career began at The Stolar Partnership, where he worked as an Associate from 2006 to 2010.
Educational Background
Matthew Aplington earned his Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from Saint Louis University School of Law, completing his studies from 2003 to 2006. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Spanish Language and Literature from Northwestern University, where he studied from 2000 to 2003. His foundational education includes attending Clayton High School from 1996 to 2000.