Norfolk, VA (August 22, 2017) – Best Lawyers®, a respected publication that ranks attorneys based on peer review, recently announced ‘The Best Lawyers in America’ list (2018 Edition). 27 Attorneys from the law offices of Vandeventer Black LLP, were selected to receive this prestigious recognition in one or more categories. The recognized attorneys are:
Admiralty and Maritime Law: Mark T. Coberly, Richard H. Ottinger, and Edward J. Powers
Arbitration: William E. Franczek
Banking and Finance Law: Bryant C. McGann
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law: Daniel R. Weckstein
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships): Cristopher Ambrosio and Richard S. Guy
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law: Patrick W. Herman
Commercial Finance Law: Bryant C. McGann
Commercial Litigation: Robert O’ Donnell and James W. Walker
Community Association Law: Deborah M. Casey
Construction Law: Stephan F. Andrews, William E. Franczek, Patrick A. Genzler, James R. Harvey, Neil Lowenstein, and Michael L. Sterling
Corporate Law: Anita O. Poston
Employment Law – Management: Anne G. Bibeau, Dean T. Buckius, and Arlene F. Klinedinst
Environmental Law: Patrick A. Genzler
Financial Services Regulation Law: Bryant C. McGann
Health Care Law: Anita O. Poston
Insurance Law: Douglas M. Palais
Labor Law – Management: Dean T. Buckius and Arlene F. Klinedinst
Litigation – Banking and Finance: Bryant C. McGann
Litigation – Construction: Stephan F. Andrews, William E. Franczek, Patrick A. Genzler, Neil S. Lowenstein, and James W. Walker
Litigation – Environmental: Patrick A. Genzler
Litigation – Securities: Douglas M. Palais
Mediation: William E. Franczek
Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law: Bryant C. McGann
Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants: Anita O. Poston
Project Finance Law: Bryant C. McGann
Securities / Capital Markets Law: Douglas M. Palais
Tax Law: Patrick W. Herman
Transportation Law: Mark T. Coberly and G. William Birkhead
Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers: R. John Barrett, F. Nash Bilisoly, Adam S. Rafal, and Bryan L. Sykes
In addition to the Best Lawyers’ designation, Vandeventer Black attorneys have also received: Virginia’s Business Legal Elite, Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia, The Best Lawyers in America, Lawyers of the Year, Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, Women In The Law, as well as several recognitions given by respected Bar Associations. In addition, the law firm’s legal team have hold leadership positions as members of boards, governing committees, and fellowships within various organizations. For more information, please contact Jenniffer Serrano at 757-446-8519 or JSerrano@VanBlackLaw.com. You may also visit VanBlackLaw.com.
About Vandeventer Black LLP
Vandeventer Black LLP is a dynamic business law firm established in 1883. We focus on responsiveness and results while providing internationally recognized services across a wide variety of legal sectors. Headquartered in the commercial gateway of Norfolk, Virginia, our accomplished attorneys assist clients from offices located in Virginia, North Carolina, and Germany.
