Wood Smith Henning & Berman is proud to announce and celebrate the elevation of 26 attorneys to Senior Counsel, recognizing their exceptional legal skill, leadership, and continued commitment to client service across the firm's practice areas.

The new Senior Counsel represent a broad range of disciplines, offices, and practice areas, reflecting the firm's depth of talent and its ongoing investment in professional growth. Each attorney has demonstrated sustained excellence in advocacy, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex legal challenges and strengthening client relationships.

"These elevations reflect dedication, professionalism, and trust earned from both clients as well as peers," said Firmwide Managing Partner Stewart Reid. "Senior Counsel is an important milestone at our firm, and each of these attorneys has consistently delivered high-quality work while embodying our firm's values."

The Senior Counsel designation recognizes attorneys who have developed deep subject matter expertise and play a critical role in advancing client strategies, supporting practice teams, and contributing to the firm's culture of collaboration and excellence.

The attorneys elected for Senior Counsel, effective January 1, 2026, include:

Many of the newly elevated attorneys have earned recognition from clients, courts, and industry partners. In addition, several regularly contribute to thought leadership initiatives, speaking engagements, and mentorship programs within the firm.

With these promotions, WSHB continues to strengthen its ability to deliver sophisticated, results-driven legal solutions while fostering long-term career development for its attorneys.

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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.

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