Nathan Ryne "Ryne" Hand

Heather is a member of Butler Snow’s Government and Regulatory Group. She concentrates her practice on public utilities and administrative law. She works primarily with local utility authorities, school boards and municipal governments on a multitude of issues. Her secondary practice is commercial real estate where she conducts multi-million dollar closings.

Todd G. Crawford has handled a broad scope of complex litigation, ranging from toxic exposures to marine disasters to catastrophic oilfield blowouts. Todd remains busy splitting his time between the firm’s Houston office and New Orleans office, while still managing the Gulfport office allowing him to easily represent his clients all along the Gulf Coast region. Todd's practice includes general maritime law matters, including arrests and attachments, cargo claims, limitation of liability...

Peter C. Abide is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Peter C. practices law in Biloxi, Mississippi Best Lawyers has recognized Peter C. Abide 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 Peter C. Abide is held by other lawyers.

Heather Murphy is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law and Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants. Heather practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi Best Lawyers has recognized Heather Murphy 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 Heather Murphy is held by other lawyers.

Kaara Lind is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Kaara practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi Best Lawyers has recognized Kaara Lind 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 Kaara Lind is held by other l...

David Stewart is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. David practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi Best Lawyers has recognized David Stewart 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 David Stewart is held by other lawyers.

Michael represents individuals and companies in litigation related to their business interests, including contract disputes, business torts, and real estate disputes. He is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America® and Super Lawyers® in the field of business litigation.

James E. Lambert III is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants. James E. practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi Best Lawyers has recognized James E. Lambert III 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 James E. Lambert III is held by other lawyers.

Doug Vaughn is a problem solver for his clients. He represents people and businesses when they need a voice to be heard and brings fresh ideas to claims to get a resolution in the client’s best interest. In practicing law, there is no one size fits all approach. Clients have different ideals and objectives when they bring a case or a matter in need of resolution. Doug spends time listening to clients, understanding their culture, understanding what's important to them and then tailors a...

Jason Sumrall is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Workers' Compensation Law - Employers. Jason practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi Best Lawyers has recognized Jason Sumrall 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 Jason Sumrall is held by other lawyers.