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Manuel Farach advises clients in complex real estate and business matters with a focus on real estate and creditor’s rights work. He has worked extensively on real estate matters, including complex appellate and litigation matters, and real estate transactions running the gamut from leasing, purchases, sales, and construction to development deals for entities in the hospitality and other industries. Manny is board certified by The Florida Bar in Real Estate Law, Business Litigation, and...

Aaron L. Mitchell is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law and Litigation - Insurance. Aaron L. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Aaron L. Mitchell since 2015. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Aaron L. Mitchell is held by other lawyers.

Carolyn Witkus is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Carolyn practices law in Denver, Colorado Best Lawyers has recognized Carolyn Witkus since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Carolyn Witkus is held by other lawyers.

John M. Schmid is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. John M. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized John M. Schmid since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which John M. Schmid is held by other lawyers.

Nancy Rich provides practical guidance to clients confronting environmental legal issues, whether they arise in litigation, transactions or regulatory matters. A former environmental prosecutor with the Illinois Attorney General's Office, Nancy has a detailed understanding of environmental agencies and the laws they enforce. She regularly advises corporate, real estate and financial services clients. Nancy's experience as an environmental prosecutor gives her an insider's understanding of how...

Mary-Wommack Tatum is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Mary-Wommack practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Mary-Wommack Tatum since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Mary-Wommack Tatum is held by other lawyers.

Philip G. “Phil” Skinner is a partner in the Real Estate Practice area and leads the Leasing Practice and Cross-Border Practice. Mr. Skinner focuses his practice on the representation of owners, developers, investors, landlords and tenants in the acquisition, joint venture, development, financing and leasing of all types of commercial real estate, with a particular focus on office leasing, joint venture formation, representation of foreign investors, cross-border transactions, dis...

Asheesh Goel is a one of the leaders of Kirkland’s government & internal investigations practice and serves on the Firm’s Executive Committee. Asheesh advises clients on securities enforcement matters, including internal investigations, government investigations and enforcement actions. Asheesh has developed substantial depth on enforcement matters and transactional issues involving the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and other related laws, financial statement and disclosu...

With over three decades of experience in virtually every type of soft IP matter, Jeanne Hamburg plays a lead role in litigation and transactions involving copyright and trademark. Based in Norris McLaughlin, P.A.’s New York City office, she assists domestic and international clients in a wide swath of industries including the financial services, B2B, software as a service (SaaS), consumer-packaged goods (CPG), nonprofit, and media and entertainment sectors. She is uniquely positioned to...

Lon LeSueur’s multi-faceted practice focuses on complex and commercial litigation. He has deep litigation experience, having earned victories for his clients in state and federal courts in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, as well as various arbitration forums. Lon has successfully represented clients through all stages of litigation from case development and initial fillings, motion practice, discovery, trial, and appeal. Lon has first-chair trial experience, and his appellate work in...