“Best Lawyers in America” Names Record Number of Firm Attorneys To 2025 Guide
By Weisbart Springer Hayes
The firm is proud to announce that ten of its attorneys, including name partners Geoffrey D. Weisbart, Julie Springer, and Sherrard “Butch” Hayes, have been recognized as the Best Lawyers in America for 2025. This marks the largest group of honorees since the firm started 12 years ago. Five attorneys are featured in the Best Lawyers edition, including first-timers Sara Janes and Matt C. Wood. Additionally, five up-and-comers have made repeat appearances in the “Ones to Watch” category.
The following are the firm’s Best Lawyers in America honorees in their respective practice areas:
- Weisbart is named in four practice areas – Commercial Litigation, Employment Law-Individuals, Labor and Employment Litigation and Real Estate Litigation.
- Hayes is honored for his work in two practice areas, Labor Law Management and Employment Law Management.
- Springer is selected for her work in Commercial Litigation and Labor & Employment Litigation.
- Janes is honored for her work in the practice area of Commercial Litigation.
- Wood is selected for the Commercial Litigation practice area.
The firm’s “Ones to Watch” honorees are:
- Danielle Hatchitt – Labor & Employment Litigation
- James Hatchitt – Commercial Litigation
- Colleen Murphey – Commercial Litigation
- John Runde – Commercial Litigation
- Mia A. Storm – Commercial Litigation
The Best Lawyers guide is published annually and highlights attorneys nationwide across 150 practice areas who are at the top of their game. The selection process involves thorough peer reviews and client evaluations. Check out the full list here.
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