Best Lawyers in America for Litigation - Trusts and Estates
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Robert N. Miller is a shareholder with the law firm of Fisher, Tousey, Leas & Ball in Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, where he practices in the areas of estate planning, probate, guardianship, and elder law. Rob graduated from Washington & Lee University, magna cum laude, in 1985 and from Washington and Lee University School of Law, cum laude, in 1994. While in law school he was a member of the Law Review. Between college and law school Rob served as a Lieutenant in the U...
Charyn K. Hain is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Charyn K. practices law in Grand Rapids, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Charyn K. Hain since 2018. 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 Charyn K. Hain is held by other lawyers.
Alan Albert is a nationally-honored trial lawyer who has represented clients from Muhammad Ali to multinational corporations across the country in a broad array of commercial and corporate governance disputes, white-collar criminal investigations and prosecutions, intellectual property litigation, labor and employment litigation and environmental litigation. The breadth of Alan’s experience is reflected by his recognition in The Best Lawyers in America for 30 years, culminating in his p...
Kelsi T. Lane’s practice focuses on probate administration, trust administration, and estate planning. Kelsi is a dedicated attorney practicing estate law. She is focused on ensuring her clients’ legal needs are met with promptness and efficiency. Kelsi is recognized for her expertise by The Best Lawyers in America ©, 2024 and 2025 editions, Super Lawyers ®, 2022, 2023, and 2024 editions, and featured in Phoenix Magazine ’s Top Lawyers in Wills, Trusts, & Estate...
Riley W. Roby is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Riley W. practices law in Montgomery, Alabama Best Lawyers has recognized Riley W. Roby since 2013. 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 Riley W. Roby is held by other lawyers.
Nora Jones is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Elder Law, Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Nora practices law in Phoenix, Arizona Best Lawyers has recognized Nora Jones 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 Nora Jones is held by other lawyers.
Ryan M. Scharber is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Ryan M. practices law in Chandler, Arizona Best Lawyers has recognized Ryan M. Scharber 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 Ryan M. Scharber is held by other lawyers.
Jenna's practice experience encompasses various areas of civil litigation in both the federal and state courts and before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. She advises clients and litigates cases involving all forms of commercial disputes, including contract breaches, business disputes, fraud, and securities litigation. Her practice also involves various forms of trusts and estates litigation, including will caveats, trust modification, and fiduciary duty litigation. Prior to joini...
Joshua D. Taylor is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Joshua D. practices law in Los Angeles, California Best Lawyers has recognized Joshua D. Taylor 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 D. Taylor is held by other lawyers.
Jeffrey Loeb practices in the areas of estate planning and trust and estate administration. He represents many high net worth individuals and families, including a large number in the film, television, and music industries. For those clients who own intellectual property, including copyrighted works, Jeffrey advises as to the approaches needed to ensure that his client’s post-mortem wishes will be carried into effect. Jeffrey also represents individuals and financial institutions servin...
Michael S. Singer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Michael S. practices law in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Michael S. Singer since 2008. 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 S. Singer is held by other lawyers.
For more than 25 years, Patrick has represented clients in complex litigation and appellate matters in both federal and state courts. He has extensive litigation and trial experience with cases involving fiduciary litigation, estates and trust litigation, non-compete agreements, contract disputes, business valuations, business dissolution, employment disputes, business torts, intellectual property, products liability, real estate litigation, professional malpractice and other business dispute...
Stephen J. Pagano is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Stephen J. practices law in Madison, New Jersey Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen J. Pagano 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 Stephen J. Pagano is held by other lawyers.
Marjorie A. Elken is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Real Estate and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Marjorie A. practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Marjorie A. Elken 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 Marjorie A. Elken is held by other lawyers.
Danial D. Pharris is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Danial D. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Danial D. Pharris 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 Danial D. Pharris is held by other lawyers.
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