Best Lawyers in America for Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law

Dustin D. Romney is a valued member of Frazier Law’s Business Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution practice, with a particular emphasis on business litigation, real estate and property rights , and appeals. He has represented clients from multi-billion-dollar corporations to small local businesses and private individuals in a broad range of cases involving commercial contracts, real estate, corporate governance, fraud, employment law, landlord-tenant, zoning, constitutional law...

Reid Hazelton is a member of the Business Practice Group in von Briesen’s Milwaukee office. He focuses his practice on mergers and acquisitions, as well as business and corporate issues, and Corporate Transparency Act compliance. Prior to law school, Reid worked in the automotive industry focusing on Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. He also served as a program manager for a start-up aerospace company, and later co-founded a branded luxury goods manufacturing company in Den...

Leila Naghibi is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law. Leila, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Leila is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Lisa Y. W. Cosper is an attorney with Sutin, Thayer & Browne APC, practicing in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is recognized by Best Lawyers for her work in Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law, and Trusts and Estates. Lisa Y. W. Cosper has been recognized since 2026 based on peer-review evaluations from attorneys practicing in the same geographic region and practice areas. This recognition reflects profess...

Andrea Ricka is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Trusts and Estates. Andrea, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Andrea is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

LeeAnne C. Schocklin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Commercial Litigation and Family Law. LeeAnne C., who practices law in Virginia Beach, Virginia, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which LeeAnne C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and l...

John Paul Callahan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Nonprofit / Charities Law and Trusts and Estates. John Paul, who practices law in Hartford, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John Paul is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Casey W. Callahan is an associate attorney with Kemp Klein in Troy, Michigan . His practice focuses on estate planning , business and corporate planning , and post-death administration . Casey works with individuals, families, and business owners to address legal needs involving Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law , Corporate Law, and Trusts and Estates. He advises clients on structuring and maintaining business entities, ...

Tyler’s corporate practice focuses on helping professionals such as physicians, dentists, veterinarians, CPAs, and attorneys with all of their business needs. He helps professionals form their own companies, structure partnership and other joint ventures, and acquire existing practices. Once established, he assists with all legal matters that arise during a company’s tenure, including lease renewals, real estate acquisitions, space-sharing arrangements, issues with clients/patient...

Amanda K. Whitely is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Trusts and Estates. Amanda K., who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Amanda K. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Caitlin is a Seattle, Washington attorney with Helsell Fetterman LLP whose practice focuses on estate planning , trust administration, probate, and related tax matters. She works with individuals, families, and business owners to address estate, tax, and succession considerations at many stages of life. Her work includes advising on trusts, wills, and strategies designed to help clients manage wealth transfer while navigating federal and Washington tax rules. Caitlin’s practice includes...

Drew A. Pinta represents business entities in planning, transactions, acquisitions, and business services. He also works closely with individuals and business owners, handling complex estate, tax, and business succession planning matters. Drew helps new and prospective business owners in the crucial first steps of starting a business. He also assists clients with commercial real estate matters, providing guidance and advocacy for businesses throughout the process of buying, selling, leasing, ...

Maria Zumpano is a distinguished attorney and Certified Public Accountant with a Master of Business Administration, focusing on corporate law, business strategy, tax planning, and estate and business succession planning. Licensed in New York and Florida, she brings a comprehensive perspective to business owners, helping them navigate complex legal environments to formulate strategic plans that align with immediate priorities and long-term objectives. With a wealth of experience in business la...

Grant H. Frazier is Frazier Law's Managing Partner and represents clients in business and complex litigation and arbitration matters involving commercial contracts, securities, corporate governance, real estate, construction, partnership disputes, trademark protection, and trusts and estates. He has represented clients in state and federal courts in Arizona and the Ninth Circuit, and in arbitration proceedings before the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and Financial Industry Regulatory...

Parker Jackson works in Frazier Law’s Business Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution practice. He represents clients in matters involving business formation and structure, commercial contracts, employment, real estate, HOAs, collections, insurance, and constitutional issues. ​ Parker graduated from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University and is admitted to practice law in Arizona. During law school, he served as an Articles Editor on the Corporat...

Jordan S. Goewey is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law, Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Litigation and Controversy - Tax, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Nonprofit / Charities Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Jordan S., who practices law in Greenville, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhau...