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Billie focuses his real estate and corporate practice on a broad spectrum of private equity, financial, commercial, and real estate transactions that includes the acquisitions, financing, development and sale of all types of properties and companies. Please read more here: https://www.winston.com/en/who-we-are/professionals/ellis-billie-j.html

Gary A. Renneke is recognized by his peers as a leading attorney in Minnesota in real estate transactions. He has extensive experience in all facets of commercial real estate, including acquisitions, sales, leasing and financing transactions, as well as new development and construction projects. Gary has advised clients in commercial transactions involving millions of square feet and valued in the billions of dollars. He has represented property owners, developers, investors, retail center op...

Shannon Altamura is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Shannon practices law in Asheboro, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Shannon Altamura since 2027. 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 Shannon Altamura is held by other lawyers.

Eric Acker is a partner and trial lawyer in the firm’s Intellectual Property Group. Mr. Acker has tried more than 50 trials (including more than 47 jury trials) in courtrooms across the country. Mr. Acker’s recent trials have involved a variety of technologies and significant legal issues. In the high-profile SCO v. Novell case, following a three-week trial, the jury affirmed our client Novell’s ownership of the copyrights to the UNIX software code and rejected SCO’s c...

Michael A. Hacker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law. Michael A. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Michael A. Hacker 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 Michael A. Hacker is held by other lawyers.

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...

Attorney Sam Talarico, Jr., has nearly thirty years of experience representing corporate clients, with an emphasis on mergers & acquisitions, corporate governance, and private placements. He regularly represents clients who are buying and selling businesses involving both strategic and private equity parties, including numerous transactions within the insurance and financial services space as well as the manufacturing space. He has assisted public companies with the preparation of 10-Ks, ...

Terry Dawson’s practice involves virtually every issue employers confront today, with an emphasis on labor relations, including arbitrations, collective bargaining negotiation, helping employers remain union-free, business strategy and client counseling. Terry also provides daily counseling to employers on complex FMLA and ADA issues. Terry has negotiated contracts with a number of unions, including the Steelworkers, Teamsters, IBEW, SEIU, AFTRA, UAW, AFSCME, IOE, Carpenters and many ot...

Stephanie R. Breslow is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law. Stephanie R. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Stephanie R. Breslow since 2006. 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 Stephanie R. Breslow is held by other lawyers.

Danielle Whitehouse Owens is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Danielle Whitehouse practices law in Little Rock, Arkansas Best Lawyers has recognized Danielle Whitehouse Owens 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 Danielle Whitehouse Owens is held b...