Best Lawyers in America for Corporate Governance and Compliance Law
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Tyler Watson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Tyler, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Tyler is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Annamarie Carty is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Corporate Governance and Compliance Law. Annamarie, who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Annamarie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kellyann Malone is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Kellyann, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kellyann is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Bradley J. Ratliff is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Bradley J., who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bradley J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Amy L. Fuentes is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative / Regulatory Law, Corporate Governance and Compliance Law and Government Relations Practice. Amy L., who practices law in Tysons, Virginia, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Amy L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Ann E. McQuesten is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Corporate Law and Venture Capital Law. Ann E., who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ann E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kevin Carty is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Governance and Compliance Law and Corporate Law. Kevin, who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kevin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Sung Jin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Sung, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sung is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Danielle Buckles is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law. Danielle, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Danielle is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
David Pierce is a corporate attorney and Corporate Group Chair at Founders Legal in Atlanta, Georgia. He advises high-growth SaaS and technology companies throughout the business lifecycle, from early-stage corporate governance and compliance to commercial contracting, capital raises, strategic partnerships, and exit transactions. His practice focuses on helping companies build scalable legal frameworks that support revenue growth, efficient operations, and long-term business objectives. Befo...
Justin Futch is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Justin, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Justin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Elizabeth Plata Omidian is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law and Corporate Law. Elizabeth Plata, who practices law in Palo Alto, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elizabeth Plata is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Daniel Bernardone's practice primarily consists of commercial litigation, insurance coverage, insurance bad-faith litigation, and civil litigation. Dan is a graduate of Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, where he served as Executive Editor of the Jurimetrics Law Journal, externed for the Honorable Michelle Burns (U.S. District Court, District of Arizona) and was inducted into the Order of Barristers. Dan’s practice includes experience dealing with...
David Lifshitz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law. David, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Beau Bryan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Corporate Governance and Compliance Law. Beau, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Beau is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Lora Wuerdeman counsels clients on corporate and securities issues including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets transactions, and securities regulations matters and filings. Prior to joining Sherrard Roe, Lora represented clients in corporate and securities matters at a prominent Nashville law firm where she practiced in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, capital markets, and Securities and Exchange Act reporting and compliance. Lora earned her law degree from...
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