Wood Smith Henning & Berman is proud to announce that 32 attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the latest edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, a distinction widely regarded as one of the legal profession's most respected peer-reviewed honors.
Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review. The selection process is designed to capture the consensus opinion of leading attorneys regarding the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same geographic region and area of practice. Through a comprehensive and transparent survey methodology, Best Lawyers gathers substantive evaluations from lawyers who are uniquely qualified to assess the quality of legal services provided by their peers.
WSHB's 32 honorees represent offices across the country and a broad range of practice areas, highlighting the firm's commitment to legal excellence and exceptional client service.
"This recognition is particularly meaningful because it reflects the respect and confidence of fellow members of the legal profession," said Firmwide Managing Partner Stewart Reid. "We are proud to celebrate these attorneys for their outstanding work, unwavering commitment to our clients, and the professionalism they demonstrate every day. Their accomplishments are a testament to the depth of talent across our firm."
The following WSHB attorneys have been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers of America:
Phoenix, AZ:
• Jodi Mullis- Commercial Litigation
• Jack Pemberton- Product Liability Litigation-Defendants
Glendale, CA:
• Sheila Fix- Construction Law and Litigation Construction
• Thomas Vandenburg- Litigation-Environmental
Los Angeles, CA:
• Carlo Coppola- Construction Law
• Stephen Henning- Construction Law and Litigation-Construction and Litigation-Real Estate
• Frances O'Meara- Insurance Law and Professional Malpractice Law-Defendants
• Domingo Tan- Construction Law and Litigation-Construction
• David Wood- Environmental Law and Litigation-Environmental
San Diego, CA:
• Ranjan Lahiri- Litigation-Construction
• Jason Ross- Litigation-Labor & Employment
Denver, CO:
• Ryan Hicks- Litigation-Construction
Hartford, CT:
• Kate Adams- Insurance Law and Litigation-Insurance
• Jacqueline Maulucci- Litigation-Health Care and Litigation-Insurance and Personal Injury Litigation-Defendants
• Megan Michaud- Litigation-Labor and Employment
Orlando, FL:
• Chad Dunigan- Construction Law
Tampa, FL:
• Vincent Beilman- Construction Law and Insurance Law and Litigation-Construction and Litigation-Insurance
• Kimberly Jones- Appellate Practice and Insurance Law and Litigation-Insurance
Atlanta, GA:
• Richard Zelonka- Insurance Law and Litigation-Insurance and Personal Injury Litigation-Defendants
Chicago, IL:
• Craig Derrig- Product Liability Litigation-Defendants
New Orleans, LA.:
• Lori Barker- Product Liability Litigation-Defendants
• Kathryn Trew- Commercial Litigation
• Erik Vollenweider- Insurance Law
Detroit, MI:
• John Stiglich- Product Liability Litigation-Defendants
Raleigh, NC:
• Robin Seelbach- Litigation-Construction and Product Liability Litigation-Defendants
Las Vegas, NV:
• Joel Odou- Construction Law and Litigation-Construction
New York, NY:
• Jeremy Chen- Medical Malpractice Law-Defendants
• James Tyrie- Construction Law and Litigation-Environmental and Personal Injury Litigation-Defendants
Portland, OR:
• Graham Miller- Litigation-Construction
Knoxville, TN:
• Christopher Brown- Personal Injury Litigation-Defendants
Seattle, WA:
• Tim Repass- Construction Law and Litigation-Construction
• Tim Shea- Personal Injury Litigation-Defendants
WSHB congratulates each of these attorneys on this well-deserved recognition and applauds their continued dedication to delivering exceptional legal representation.
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Experience the power of a proven industry leader in the law. Wood Smith Henning & Berman (WSHB) is renowned globally for our exceptional trial results and expertise in handling complex litigation. With our nationwide network of over 500 lawyers across 43 office locations, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive litigation and counsel to both public and private companies. From start-ups to Fortune 100 corporations, we deliver unrivaled legal representation that consistently achieves favorable outcomes for our clients.
At WSHB, our strength lies in our diverse and accomplished team of attorneys. We boast thought leaders and defense specialists in over 41 fields of practice, covering an extensive range of specialties. Founded in 1997, we are proud to be among the top ten law firms in the nation for diversity, female partners, female lawyers, and Hispanic lawyers. This rich tapestry of diversity forms the foundation of our success when presenting cases to juries of our peers, ensuring we understand the unique nuances underlying each claim.
Our expansive geographic footprint allows us to provide effective and efficient representation to clients nationwide, regardless of their location, background, or legal expertise. By prioritizing strategic and cost-effective approaches to litigation, our dedicated attorneys work tirelessly to protect the interests of our clients. We have a track record of success, securing numerous victories such as summary judgments and defense verdicts on behalf of our clients. As a trial firm, we have taken over 2,000 cases to verdict, making us well-equipped to handle even the most complex and high-stakes litigation matters across the country.
