Best Lawyers in America for Corporate Governance Law

Chester E. Bacheller is a transactional lawyer practicing in the areas of securities, mergers and acquisitions and finance including, venture capital financing. The majority of Mr. Bacheller's practice has centered on representing companies and investors in various corporate and financial transactions. He has substantial experience in a wide range of corporate, securities and banking matters, including: public offerings of securities registered under the federal and state securities laws; cor...

Guides the strategic direction of the firm as managing partner. Twenty-five years of litigation experience. Develops innovative and practical solutions to solve complex problems. As Brownstein’s managing partner and a member of its executive committee, Rich works closely with clients, attorneys, policy advisors, staff and industry and community leaders to drive the firm’s strategic growth and development. From leading new ways to enhance client value to building and retaining a di...

David Gee assists clients in achieving financial and tax benefits through structuring or restructuring ownership interests and debt in connection with asset based transactions. A substantial portion of his practice involves acquisition, development, financing, exchange and other disposition of real estate assets, representing both owners and lenders. He often assists owners in obtaining land use and development rights and financing assistance from Utah governmental authorities including indus...

David DeVillers is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Compliance Law and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. David practices law in Columbus, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized David DeVillers since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which David DeVillers is held by other lawyers.

Robert H. Iseman is an Albany, New York–based attorney with more than 40 years of experience representing institutional and individual health care providers, health insurers, and related organizations. He practices at Rivkin Radler LLP , where his work focuses on complex regulatory, compliance, and litigation matters affecting the health care industry. As a partner in the firm’s Health Services Practice Group, Mr. Iseman advises multi-provider health care systems, accountable care...

As a corporate lawyer and business adviser, Jeff is committed to forging the right path to realizing each client’s goals. He is dedicated to serving as an effective consensus builder, communicator and negotiator who maintains focus on getting the deal done. In addition to his practice, Jeff serves on the firm’s Management Committee and is the partner-in-charge of legal personnel. Jeff offers comprehensive legal counsel to businesses and business owners in the areas of mergers and ...

Gregory H. Cooper is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Securities Regulation. Gregory H. practices law in Las Vegas, Nevada Best Lawyers has recognized Gregory H. Cooper since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Gregory H. Cooper is held by...

Wifredo A. Ferrer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Compliance Law and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Wifredo A. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Wifredo A. Ferrer since 2019. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Wifredo A. Ferrer is held by other lawyers.

Carolyn Nussbaum is a partner in the Commercial Litigation group, and a member of the Securities and Governance Litigation team as well as the Class Action team. Carolyn represents companies and their management and leaders who confront business disputes. She is also the Managing Partner for the Rochester office of the firm, where she oversees policies impacting nearly 300 employees. What do you focus on? I concentrate my commercial litigation practice in four main specialized areas, using mo...

Richard Cicchillo, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, International Mergers and Acquisitions and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Richard practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Richard Cicchillo, Jr. since 2007. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The r...

Shane Segarra is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Governance Law. Shane practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Shane Segarra since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Shane Segarra is held by other lawyers.

Craig P. Wagnild is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Governance Law and Real Estate Law. Craig P. practices law in Honolulu, Hawaii Best Lawyers has recognized Craig P. Wagnild since 2014. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Craig P. Wagnild is held b...

Dennis J. McMenimen is an Attorney and Senior Vice President at Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, P.L.C. Dennis' work focuses on counseling business owners and managers on a variety of legal issues affecting their businesses, including corporate organization and operation, lending and finance, contracts, real estate, and natural resources and energy matters. Dennis is listed in the Best Lawyers in America for both Corporate Law and Real Estate Law, and in Chambers USA and SuperLawyers for Real Es...

Rick’s practice is focused on representing companies and individuals involved in complex litigation matters. Rick is experienced in a variety of high-stakes litigation areas, including complex commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation, securities claims and derivative litigation, fiduciary obligations, and corporate governance disputes. Rick has handled all phases of complex litigation from investigation through trial and appeal, as well as in arbitration and mediation. Ri...

Shelley Detwiller DiGiacomo is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, Securities Regulation and Venture Capital Law. Shelley Detwiller practices law in Phoenix, Arizona Best Lawyers has recognized Shelley Detwiller DiGiacomo since 2013. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geog...

Andrew Bor, a partner in the firm’s Business practice, has over 30 years of experience providing counsel in the areas of corporate governance and securities regulation, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions and strategic divestitures and spin-offs. He also handles significant strategic assignments for a number of public companies, boards of directors and special committees, including advising on relationships with activist shareholders, proxy contests, evaluating strategic alterna...