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David C. Calderhead is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. David C., who practices law in Loveland, Ohio, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
While attending the University Of Georgia School Of Law, Mark Wilby began his trial work under the auspices of the Solicitor General of Clarke County. After graduation, Mark continued his litigation practice as a member of the Fulcher Law Firm. Over the years he has handled a broad range of matters including personal injury, employment, construction, commercial, class action and complex transportation litigation in Georgia and South Carolina. While assisting clients from all walks of life and...
Audrey Patrone specializes in litigation and trust and estate matters, offering guidance and counsel to individuals and families in Pittsford, New York and the surrounding areas. She assists with asset transitions during life and after death, handling transfers and sales of family-owned businesses, and managing trust and estate administration. Her practice includes creating essential documents such as wills, revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, and pre-nuptial agreements. Audrey is committed...
Mr. August is a shareholder in the firm. Mr. August has been with the firm since 1994. He is a certified specialist in the fields of both Taxation Law, and Estate Planning and Probate by The Supreme Court of South Carolina. He is listed in the book The Best Lawyers in America in the fields of Bursiness Organizations, Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Litigation and Controversy - Tax, Tax Law, and Trusts and Estates Law. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree, magna cum laude ...
Gary L. Montle is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Patent Law and Trade Secrets Law. Gary L., who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gary L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Michael Weinberger is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Michael, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jon is the leader for the insurance and general litigation team.His practice focuses on litigation, which encompasses mattersinvolving class actions, product liability, fire losses, moldclaims, toxic torts, and serious personal injury and wrongfuldeath claims. Jon prides himself in maintaining open lines ofcommunication with clients and promptly responding to phonecalls and emails. Defense of property damage and personal injury lawsuits injury trials in Ohio and Kentucky. Defense of nationwid...
Anthony L. “Tony” Farese is 55 years of age and is the President of the firm of Farese, Farese & Farese, P.A. in Ashland, Mississippi. He received a B.PA. from the University of Mississippi in 1983 and his J.D. degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 1985. He was a member of the Moot Court Board and Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity. He has practiced law for 31 years with the family firm in Ashland. He is licensed to practice law in the states of Mississippi an...
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Jennifer Bartlett is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Jennifer, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jennifer is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Tyler Carroll represents clients in high-stakes, complex commercial litigation and advises clients responding to government investigations and internal inquiries. Ms. Carroll represents a wide range of clients, including technology companies, financial institutions, healthcare institutions, and defense contractors. She has experience handling all stages of litigation, including drafting motions, responding to discovery requests, defending depositions, oral argument and trial. She also has exp...
Jaina Dara Green is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Insurance Law. Jaina Dara, who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jaina Dara is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
April Meeks is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. April, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which April is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Madeline F. Buxton is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Madeline F., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Madeline F. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Corey W. Moore is a transactional attorney with Otis & Bedingfield, LLC, serving individuals, families, and business owners in Loveland, Colorado. His practice centers on estate planning, estate administration, and business law, with particular emphasis on Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law. Corey regularly advises clients on planning for the transfer of wealth involving closely held and family-owned businesses, structuring plans to address potential gift and estate tax cons...
Kristin Weaver is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Kristin, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kristin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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