Best Lawyers in America for Corporate Compliance Law

Gary M. Brown is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Compliance Law, Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, Franchise Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. Gary M., who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 1995. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gary M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice ...

David A. Zimmerman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. David A., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Zane A. Gilmer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Compliance Law. Zane A., who practices law in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Zane A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

S. Joel Cartee is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Communications Law, Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. S. Joel, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which S. Joel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice ...

Dennis O. Garris is partner-in-charge of the firm’s Washington, D.C. office and is the former co-head of the firm’s securities, mergers and acquisitions practices. His practice focuses on securities and complex Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulatory and disclosure matters and mergers and acquisitions. Mr. Garris is a nationally known expert on SEC regulatory matters, including the proxy rules, tender offer rules, going-private rules and beneficial ownership reporting ...

With more than twenty years of experience handling complex and multijurisdictional commercial real estate and commercial lending transactions, Jim leverages his understanding to convey the facts clearly and get the deal done. Whether he is working with clients or with opposing counsel, it’s Jim’s proven ability to communicate with clear, concise language while negotiating complex transactions that allows him to deliver practical solutions for clients and see them through the end. ...

Bruce C. Rosetto is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance Law and Corporate Law. Bruce C., who practices law in West Palm Beach, Florida, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bruce C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mr. Schnell focuses on U.S. and international mergers and acquisitions. He also advises on private equity, anti-takeover preparedness and shareholder activism, financings and corporate governance. Mr. Schnell has been named as one of the leading lawyers practicing in the U.S. and has been recognized globally and in the U.S. as a leading lawyer in areas such as M&A, private equity, finance, corporate, corporate governance, health care and Latin America. Surveys that recognize Mr. Schnell i...

Steven Sonberg is the Managing Partner of Holland & Knight. Prior to his election as Managing Partner in 2008, he served as Chair of the firm's Business Law Section for five years, and previously led the Corporate Practice Group in South Florida. He also served as a member of the firm's Directors Committee for eight years. With more than 30 years of experience, Mr. Sonberg is a corporate lawyer whose practices have focused on the areas of securities law and mergers and acquisitions. His p...

Ben Williams is a corporate and transactional attorney in the firm’s Real Estate and Banking & Financial Services practice groups with more than 40 years of experience in complex corporate, commercial finance, and real estate transactions. Ben’s practice includes creating, negotiating and closing nuanced structures and innovative financing alternatives on behalf of lender and borrower clients alike, and assisting businesses on both sides of acquisitions and mergers. His work i...

As a highly regarded and seasoned practitioner, Chalyse Robinson guides public and private companies and private equity sponsors through all aspects of their debt financing transactions. Ms. Robinson has built a distinguished practice over the years, with a broad range of experience representing national and international companies and private equity funds active across a diverse range of industries, including energy and natural resources, oil and gas, mining, financial services, technology, ...

Jamie G. Houston, III, was admitted to the Mississippi Bar in 1976. He has been admitted to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, the United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi, and the United States Tax Court. His experience includes practice in corporate and business law, tax and estate planning and administration. Jamie is a Certified Public Accountant (Retired).

David L. Hefflinger 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 Governance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Nonprofit / Charities Law, Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law, Securities Regulation, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates and Venture Capital Law. David L., who practices law in Omaha, Nebraska, has been...

Attorney David Gorwitz advises business clients in all phases of operations from business formation and business planning to succession planning, buy-sell agreements, and mergers and acquisitions. Dave’s experience includes representing corporations, partnerships, and other business entities of all sizes in a wide range of business transactions. He assists in strategic business planning, contract drafting and negotiations, commercial leasing matters, and buying/selling commercial real e...

Peter G. Verniero is Chair of the Sills Cummis & Gross Corporate Investigations and Integrity and Appellate Practice Groups. Mr. Verniero joined the Firm in September of 2004 after serving as the then youngest member of the New Jersey Supreme Court in modern history. Prior to his judicial service, Mr. Verniero served as the 51st Attorney General of New Jersey as well as chief of staff and chief counsel to Governor Christine Todd Whitman. He is the only person in the state’s history ...

Jordan Green, a partner in the firm's Litigation practice, focuses his practice on white collar criminal defense, corporate compliance, internal investigations and commercial litigation. Jordan has represented individuals and businesses in governmental investigations relating to tax, the environment, OSHA , MSHA , securities , mail and wire fraud, antitrust, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, government contracting, immigration and political contributions. He has authored corporate compliance...