Best Lawyers in America for Gaming Law

William R. Norman Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Gaming Law and Native American Law. William R. practices law in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Best Lawyers has recognized William R. Norman Jr. since 2025. 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 William R. Norman Jr. is held by other lawyers.

Irving H. Berliner is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law, Gaming Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. Irving H. practices law in Cleveland, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Irving H. Berliner since 2005. 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 Irving H. Berliner is held by other lawyers.

Joshua L. Oppenheimer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Gaming Law and Government Relations Practice. Joshua L. practices law in Albany, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Joshua L. Oppenheimer since 2025. 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 Joshua L. Oppenheimer is held by other lawyers.

Peter J. Rusthoven, a partner in the Indianapolis office, has a multi-dimensional practice. His business experience includes transactional and corporate governance work, in areas ranging from manufacturing to publishing to healthcare. Peter was active in drafting Indiana's corporation statute and official comments and has frequently written and spoken on corporate change-of-control issues. In the governmental services area, he is experienced in gaming and alcoholic beverage licensing and othe...

Michael D. Froelich is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Gaming Law. Michael D. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Michael D. Froelich since 2023. 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 Michael D. Froelich is held by other lawyers.

Highly regarded gaming attorney with over two decades of experience. Pioneer in online gaming and sports betting. Deep expertise in regulatory compliance and new gaming markets. A national gaming industry thought leader, Pat Agnellini helped shape the future of internet gaming nationally and was highly involved in its legalization in New Jersey. He focuses on all aspects of gaming law with an emphasis on licensing and operational regulatory compliance matters as well as various types of comme...

Cezar M. Froelich is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Gaming Law. Cezar M. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Cezar M. Froelich since 2006. 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 Cezar M. Froelich is held by other lawyers.

Ben H. Stone is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Energy Law, Gaming Law and Utilities Law. Ben H. practices law in Gulfport, Mississippi Best Lawyers has recognized Ben H. Stone since 1993. 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 Ben H. Stone is held by other lawyers.

Jeff Barbin practices in the areas of commercial and industrial real estate and finance. He has extensive experience in corporate, transactional and regulatory matters related to casino gaming. He counsels developers and operators on acquisitions, site development, financing and disposition. He has focused on gaming transactions requiring local gaming regulatory approvals and other complex transactional and regulatory matters, often working closely with the firm’s gaming lawyers in Miss...

Richard W. Hughes is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Gaming Law, Native American Law and Natural Resources Law. Richard W. practices law in Santa Fe, New Mexico Best Lawyers has recognized Richard W. Hughes 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 recognition reflects the professional regard in which Richard W. Hughes is held by other lawyers.

William E. Strickland, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Gaming Law and Native American Law. William E. practices law in Tucson, Arizona Best Lawyers has recognized William E. Strickland, Jr. since 2011. 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 William E. Strickland, Jr. is held by other lawyers.

Kirke Kickingbird is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Gaming Law and Native American Law. Kirke practices law in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Best Lawyers has recognized Kirke Kickingbird since 2022. 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 Kirke Kickingbird is held by other lawyers.

Kim R. Walberg is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Gaming Law. Kim R. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Kim R. Walberg 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 Kim R. Walberg is held by other lawyers.

Over 35 years experience in all matters dealing with Administrative Law and litigation. Specializing Gaming and Wagering Law, all areas of licensing and permitting, Taxation and Legislative practice. Former General Counsel for the Missouri Dept. of Revenue, Former Administrative Law Judge for the Missouri Administrative Hearing Commission and Former Chief Deputy Attorney General for Missouri. Licensed to practice in all Missouri state and federal courts, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th ...

Ryan focuses his practice on representing privately held business in sales and acquisitions, formation, and business planning and operations. Ryan also regularly represents gaming clients on regulatory matters before the Mississippi Gaming Commission.

Tommy Shepherd is a partner in the Corporate Practice Group. He advises businesses, Native American tribes, and financial institutions on a wide range of commercial and transactional matters. Tommy represents a broad spectrum of clients in all types of commercial and regulated matters. He has extensive experience in acquisitions, public-private leases, financings, land-use approvals, statutory and regulatory interpretation and compliance, operations, and administrative hearings. An accomplish...