Mr. Deutsch has actively engaged in representation of clients since the inception of gaming in Missouri in 1993. From litigation in the defining cases regarding Missouri gaming, to the initial licensure of the first gaming facilities in Missouri, Mr. Deutsch has been intimately involved in the development of gaming and wagering law in Missouri. Mr. Deutsch continues to represent licensees operating gaming facilities, key personnel in such facilities, and manufacturer/supplier licensees before the Missouri Gaming Commission. This representation includes licensing, relicensing, disciplinary matters and gaming financial transaction compliance matters, as well as legislative counsel. Mr. Deutsch is a partner in the firm of Blitz, Bardgett & Deutsch, LC, with offices in St. Louis and Jefferson City, Missouri. This A/V rated firm has a civil practice with an emphasis in government regulatory law, corporate law and finance and commercial litigation. The members of the firm have a broad background in executive and legislative government practice, including extensive litigation experience in state and federal courts, and in corporate transaction work. The firm's business clients from around the world benefit from this combination of regulatory, litigation and corporate experience.