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John Fletcher is a partner in the Tax Practice Group. John focuses his practice primarily on state tax matters, encompassing Mississippi and Louisiana, as well as multi-state income, franchise, sales and use, and local ad valorem taxes. John has more than twenty-five years' experience in the legal, corporate, and accounting arenas. He is a contributor for Cooking with SALT, a legal blog committed to providing timely insights on recent legal and practical developments of concern to clients in ...

Ryan Kurtz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and International Arbitration - Commercial. Ryan practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Ryan Kurtz 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 Ryan Kurtz is held by other lawyers.

Appellate adviser and litigator Mark Crandley is at his best when faced with high-stakes claims that involve issues of critical importance and concern. After nearly two decades of practice, Mark knows what does and does not work. Clients and colleagues alike rely upon him for his judgement and leadership throughout the dispute resolution process. Mark focuses his practice on appeals, constitutional and government law, commercial litigation, and the resolution of probate disputes. He has repre...

Bryan Kitz is a commercial real estate attorney in Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd's Charleston office where he counsels clients on a broad range of transactional matters. He represents developers and other businesses in the acquisition, disposition and financing of commercial real estate, including multi-family, office, industrial and hospitality properties. Bryan assists banks and other financial institutions in construction and permanent financing transactions and negotiates and drafts complex loa...

J. Scott Dickens is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Construction. J. Scott practices law in Montgomery, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized J. Scott Dickens since 2019. 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 J. Scott Dickens is held by other lawyers.

Jane focuses her practice on family law issues, particularly complex divorce, paternity, custody, child support, and adoption matters, including both trial and appellate work. Jane is a Certified Parenting Act Mediator. She also works with the rehabilitation or liquidation of insurance companies. Jane has taught Pretrial Litigation Skills and Family Law at the University of Nebraska College of Law and has been a regular speaker at the Family Law Section’s annual seminar. Jane is AV rate...

Michael Raphael Cowen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Michael Raphael practices law in San Antonio, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Michael Raphael Cowen 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 Michael Raphael Cowen is held by other lawyers.

Mercedes Badia-Tavas provides legal and business guidance to clients on a broad range of immigration law cases, with focus on Fortune 500 and small companies alike. Mercedes supports her firm’s offices and clients across various states on immigration employment transfers and up-to-date compliance. As an immigrant herself, Mercedes finds particular fulfillment in helping companies and individuals immigrate to the United States and participate in the American dream through startups and bu...

K.C. Hightower is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Real Estate. K.C. practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi Best Lawyers has recognized K.C. Hightower 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 K.C. Hightower is held by other lawyers.

David Jacobs is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. David practices law in Charlotte, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized David Jacobs 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 David Jacobs is held by other lawyers.