Best Lawyers in America for Corporate Governance and Compliance Law
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Abe K. Wehbi 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, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Venture Capital Law. Abe K., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Abe K. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and le...
Tristan Dollinger is a Shareholder in the Health and Business and Corporate Law Sections at von Briesen & Roper, s.c. With a strong focus on mergers and acquisitions, transactions, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance, Tristan represents a diverse range of clients in long-term care, assisted living, physical and occupational therapy, dental, chiropractic, and surgical practices. A focal point of his practice is responding to adverse survey findings and representing clients in a...
Drew Erickson’s practice is focused on all aspects of business law. His practice includes general corporate transactions, contract drafting, entity choice and formation, mergers and acquisitions, and asset protection. His experience includes: Entity selection, formation, governance Employment/independent contract agreements, construction documents, building & equipment leases, master services agreements, and intellectual property protection Develop strategies for corporate reorganiz...
Kjarom T. Pedersen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Kjarom T., who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kjarom T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Erica Gray is a member of the firm’s corporate and healthcare law practice groups, focusing on business transactions, corporate governance and operations, and healthcare regulatory and compliance matters. She advises clients in various healthcare and non-healthcare industries, assisting in the completion of a wide array of commercial transactions – including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets transactions, and securities regulations matters and filings – and advising ...
Mary Geer Kirkland 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, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Real Estate Law. Mary Geer, who practices law in Charleston, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mary Geer is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and ...
Wesley C. Jackson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Criminal Defense: General Practice and Government Relations Practice. Wesley C., who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Wesley C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Andrew T. Pomranke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Andrew T., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Andrew T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Lauren E. Pierotti is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Technology Law. Lauren E., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lauren E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kellen G. Luey is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Venture Capital Law. Kellen G., who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kellen G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jacqueline Caserio 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 Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Jacqueline, who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jacqueline is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Anthony Alfano 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. Anthony, who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Anthony is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Ryan Yergensen 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. Ryan, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ryan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Lance Maynard is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Lance, who practices law in Greenville, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lance is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Ashley C. (Lherisson) Williams focuses her practice on complex securities litigation and enforcement matters, as well as government and internal investigations. She has experience representing global corporations, financial institutions and individuals in investigations and enforcement proceedings before the Department of Justice, Securities and Exchange Commission, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority and other regulatory organizations. Ms. Williams joined WilmerHale after working for sev...
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