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George R. Fair was admitted to the Mississippi Bar in 1973. He has a general civil practice of both business and litigated matters, primarily in the banking, commercial lending and finance, corporate, public utilities, construction, fidelity and surety areas. George is a former President of the Mississippi Bar and an active member in several professional organizations.

Peg Smith handles all aspects of commercial acquisitions, dispositions, development, leasing, title review and analysis, with particular expertise in drafting and analyzing conservation easements. She represents timberland companies, commercial developers, nonprofit organizations, and individual clients with respect to their various real estate needs, and regularly assists energy companies with real estate matters related to solar development, hydroelectric facilities, and transmission corrid...

Melissa Nowak focuses her practice on developing trademark and patent portfolios to secure protection for her clients' intellectual property. Melissa has experience in all aspects of trademark practice including worldwide trademark search and clearance, preparation and prosecution of trademark applications, and trademark enforcement and defense. Melissa also counsels clients in the areas of copyright protection and infringement. She has collaborated with clients in many different industries i...

Geoffrey M. Thorne is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Geoffrey M. practices law in San Diego, California Best Lawyers has recognized Geoffrey M. Thorne 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 Geoffrey M. Thorne is held by other lawyers.

Public and private companies across a variety of industries rely on Scott Ortwein to guide them through buying, selling, and financing transactions as well as corporate governance and activist shareholder matters. His clients value his seasoned, business-focused perspective, built on more than 250 M&A deals and securities offerings. Scott concentrates his practice in mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance. He advises corporate executives and boards of directors in their considerat...

Ann L. Fowler-Cruz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Elder Law and Trusts and Estates. Ann L. practices law in Danbury, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Ann L. Fowler-Cruz since 2021. 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 Ann L. Fowler-Cruz is held by other lawyers.

Laurie J. Briggs is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Laurie J. practices law in West Palm Beach, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Laurie J. Briggs 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 Laurie J. Briggs is held by other lawyers.

Stephanie Fierro is a problem solver. A partner in Keller Rohrback’s Phoenix office focusing on business and estate matters, Stephanie uses her substantial skillset to dissect and analyze the problems that her clients bring her in order to find solutions that put them in the best position possible. Stephanie firmly believes that proper preparation on the front end of an issue helps avoid difficulties on the back end when emotion might otherwise interfere. She applies this philosophy whe...

For over 40 years, Richard Maney has dedicated his legal career to championing justice for immigrants and families, establishing himself as a preeminent authority in U.S. Immigration & Nationality Law. As the visionary force behind Maney | Gordon | Zeller, P.A. , he has led the firm to resolve immigration matters for 72,000+ clients —a testament to his relentless advocacy and strategic expertise. Distinguished Credentials Board Certified in Immigration & Nationality Law (Florida...

Brian L. Colborn is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Brian L. practices law in Wilmington, Delaware Best Lawyers has recognized Brian L. Colborn since 2021. 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 Brian L. Colborn is held by other lawyers.