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Daniel D. Barker is the office managing principal of the Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offices of Jackson Lewis P.C. He represents employers in all labor and employment law matters. Daniel has successfully defended clients in discrimination claims before courts and administrative agencies, as well as worked with employers to find creative and cost-effective solutions to their most difficult labor and employment-related legal challenges. His experience includes guiding employers through un...

Thomas S. Thornton, III is a shareholder with Carr Allison and a resident in the firm’s Birmingham (AL) office. He is a member of the Birmingham and Alabama State Bar Associations as well as various legal and industry specific organizations. Tommy serves as chair of the firm’s Retail and Hospitality Practice Group. He has focused his litigation practice on the defense of personal injury, premises liability, product liability, transportation, retaliatory discharge, general liabilit...

Drew Allen is a leader and dealmaker in the realm of commercial real estate. Developers and institutional investors alike applaud his pragmatic approach to the legal aspects of all types of real estate transactions, from negotiating complex leases to the structuring, development, and financing of large mixed-use projects. Drew concentrates his practice on the acquisition, financing, development, leasing, and disposition of commercial real estate. He represents national developers, institution...

Stephen M. Mathias is a partner in the Martinsburg office and leader of the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group. His primary practice areas include commercial law and real estate. Mr. Mathias served as assistant attorney general for the State of West Virginia from 1983 - 1985. He earned his bachelor of business administration degree in 1978 and his law degree in 1982 from West Virginia University. He was admitted to practice in West Virginia in 1982 and before the federal courts of both t...

Ron Matten is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Immigration Law. Ron practices law in West Hollywood, California Best Lawyers has recognized Ron Matten 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 Ron Matten is held by other lawyers.

John I. Houseal, Jr., concentrates his practice in the areas of litigation, including health care and construction. In addition, his practice also focuses on compliance, ERISA, and insurance coverage. A significant portion of his practice involves representing clients regarding compliance with federal and state laws, as well as in the litigation of construction related issues. Practice includes: State and Federal Court Litigation Construction Litigation ERISA Litigation and Consultation Antit...

Stephen T. Paterniti is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Stephen T. practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen T. Paterniti since 2020. 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 Stephen T. Paterniti is held by other lawyers.

Michele Keratsis is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Michele practices law in Newton, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Michele Keratsis since 2024. 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 Michele Keratsis is held by other lawyers.

Michael K. Stagg is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Environmental Law. Michael K. practices law in Nashville, Tennessee Best Lawyers has recognized Michael K. Stagg 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 Michael K. Stagg is held by other lawyers.

William B. (Bill) Bardenwerper, is listed in Best Lawyers in America, with top rankings in Chambers USA and Martindale-Hubbell. Bill received these distinctions from a practice beginning in 1978 as Jefferson County’s Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and as Special Counsel to the County Executive (now U.S. Senate Majority Leader) Mitch McConnell. In 2018, after 35 years of managing the firm, Bill transitioned ownership and day-to-day leadership to J ohn Talbott and Nicholas Preglias...