Best Lawyers in America for Civil Rights Law
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Helen Vu is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Civil Rights Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Helen, who practices law in Glen Allen, Virginia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Helen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Brooks Tobin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Civil Rights Law and Commercial Litigation. Brooks, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brooks is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jaehyun Oh is a New York, New York attorney with the Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm, where she focuses her practice on Civil Rights Law, Medical Malpractice Law for plaintiffs, and Personal Injury Litigation for plaintiffs. Since 2022, Jae has been recognized across the country for her role in securing what was then the largest settlement involving sexual assault of incarcerated individuals in the custody of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. She has since represented many survivors of sexual abuse ...
With over a decade of experience in personal injury law, Chantal Trujillo represents individuals and families in some of Bakersfield’s most challenging and complex trial cases ranging from construction accidents and wrongful death to school violence and child abuse. Chantal is a senior partner at Rodriguez & Associates , known for being a hardworking and compassionate attorney who takes the time to understand and meet her client’s requests and concerns throughout the entire ci...
Anthony J. May has represented clients in a variety of complex litigation matters including assisting employees with disabilities in obtaining accessible technology and accommodations in the workplace, representing individuals who have been wrongfully convicted, commercial litigation disputes, and fighting workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation. Prior to joining the firm, Anthony was the Francis D. Murnaghan, Jr. Appellate Advocacy Fellow at The Public Justice Center, where he r...
Kenneth Odiwe is the founder and principal owner of the Law Offices of Kenneth C. Odiwe, PC. Attorney Kenneth Odiw e was born and raised in Vallejo, California. Growing up, he saw and heard about countless instances of police misconduct. He knew at a young age that becoming a civil rights lawyer was the path that he wanted to take. During his first year of law school, he immediately began working on police misconduct cases at the nationally renowned civil rights firm, the Law Offices of John ...
Cydney Korek is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Civil Rights Law, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Cydney, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Cydney is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Stephanie M. Hall is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Civil Rights Law, Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Stephanie M., who practices law in Huntsville, Alabama, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stephanie M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jared Waldhoff is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Civil Rights Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Jared, who practices law in St. Louis, Missouri, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jared is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Mr. Anderson focuses his practice on public sector law, general liability matters, and appellate litigation. He has established litigation and negotiation experience in various private and public sector areas including both civil and criminal matters. Before joining MRR, Zack served as Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office. He gained valuable litigation experience through the management of criminal cases from post-indictment through appeals, including...
Tiffany Wilke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Civil Rights Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Tiffany, who practices law in Tacoma, Washington, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Tiffany is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Rachel Green is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Civil Rights Law, Labor and Employment Law - Employee and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Rachel, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Rachel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Mr. Jaber focuses his practice on insurance coverage issues, public sector and civil rights law, land use and zoning law and general liability matters. He has a wide range of experience in various insurance defense practice areas, including Bad Faith and General Liability Litigation. Before joining MRR Law, Edmond worked as an Associate Attorney at Kisling, Nestico & Redick in both their Litigation and Pre-Litigation Department, handling hundreds of claims pre-suit through trial, includin...
Lindsey M. Hay litigates complex civil and criminal cases at both the state and federal levels. Her practice focuses on clients facing investigations brought by federal and state law enforcement agencies and regulators, and all types of civil litigation. She has also handled a number of student discipline matters, including an affirmative lawsuit under Title IX against a major private university and has argued before the California Court of Appeal. Before joining the Firm, Ms. Hay served as L...
Marilyn Robb is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Civil Rights Law, Labor and Employment Law - Employee and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Marilyn, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Marilyn is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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