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August 26th, 2025

Best Lawyers is a testament to exceptional practice, and Fabian VanCott attorneys did not disappoint!

We are proud to announce that numerous Fabian VanCott attorneys have been recognized in the 32ⁿᵈ edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, including distinguished “Lawyer of the Year” honors. Additionally, our rising stars have been acknowledged in the sixth edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America.

These recognitions reflect our attorneys’ dedication to excellence, client service, and leadership in the legal profession. We congratulate each honoree for their outstanding achievements and thank our clients and colleagues for their continued trust and support.

Please join us in celebrating this accomplishment!

“Lawyer of the Year” award recipients:

David E. Sloan: Trusts and Estates

 

Best Lawyers award recipients:

Kevin N. Anderson (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012): Energy Law, Litigation – Land Use and Zoning

Matthew L. Anderson (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021): Litigation – Real Estate

Mark H. Anderson (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019): Real Estate Law

Joan Andrews (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014): Employment Law – Management

P. Bruce Badger (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013): Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Construction

Diane H. Banks (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010): Real Estate Law

Rosemary J. Beless (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011): Natural Resources Law, Oil and Gas Law, Water Law

Jay B. Bell (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011): Corporate Law, Tax Law

Douglas B. Cannon (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013): Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs

Jason W. Hardin (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021): Commercial Litigation

Michael Keller (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2003): Corporate Compliance Law, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, Energy Law, Energy Regulatory Law, Environmental Law, Land Use and Zoning Law, Litigation – Environmental, Litigation – Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy), Natural Resources Law

Scott M. Lilja (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013): Litigation – Real Estate

David Lyon (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2017): Corporate Law, Tax Law

Steven R. McMurray (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013): Corporate Law

Steven L. Nichols (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014): Patent Law, Trademark Law

Douglas J. Payne (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010): Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Litigation – Bankruptcy

Scott M. Petersen (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021): Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Employment Law – Management

Victor A. Pollak (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016): Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Law

Scott R. Sabey (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011): Government Relations Practice, Litigation – Real Estate, Real Estate Law

Andrew B. Sellers (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025): Corporate Law

Stephen R. Sloan (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011): Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Litigation – Trusts and Estates, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates

David E. Sloan (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006): Litigation – Trusts and Estates, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates

Gerald H. Suniville (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007): Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Litigation – Bankruptcy

Stephen D. Swindle (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2003): Corporate Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates

James C. Waddoups (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018): Corporate Law

Gregory P. Williams (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1991): Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Energy Law, Mining Law, Natural Resources Law, Real Estate Law

 

“Ones to Watch” award recipients:

Kirsten R. Allen (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2021): Commercial Litigation, Energy Law

Nina Kim Bertelli: Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Venture Capital Law