60 McDonald Hopkins attorneys recognized in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™
60 McDonald Hopkins attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. The annual recognitions are based on peer review and highlight attorneys who have demonstrated professional excellence in their respective practice areas.
McDonald Hopkins' Franklin C. Malemud and Patrick A. Karbowski were also selected as "Lawyer of the Year" award winners. Franklin was recognized for his Trust and Estate Litigation work and Patrick for his Real Estate Litigation practice.
The “Lawyer of the Year” designation is particularly significant, recognizing a single outstanding attorney in each practice area and geographic market.
Congratulations to all of our attorneys recognized for their dedication, legal excellence and commitment to their clients!
Best Lawyers
West Palm Beach, FL
Peter M. Bernhardt (Recognized in Best Lawyers® since 2011)
Alan M. Burger (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019)
John T. Metzger (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005)
Chicago, IL
David A. Agay (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016)
Marc J. Carmel (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025)
Richard Kessler (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022)
Nicholas M. Miller (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023)
James P. Muraff (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016)
Benjamin D. Panter (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025)
David C. Strosnider (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024)
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Colin M. Battersby (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025)
John E. Benko (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013)
James J. Boutrous II (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012)
James J. Giszczak (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022)
Stephen M. Gross (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011)
Patrick A. Karbowski (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011)
Michael G. Latiff (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013)
Dominic A. Paluzzi (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025)
Antoinette M. Pilzner (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013)
Miriam L. Rosen (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013)
Cleveland, OH
Chad Arfons (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013)
Teresa Metcalf Beasley (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020)
Richard H. Blake (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016)
Jeffrey P. Consolo (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007)
Christal L. Contini (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024)
David B. Cupar (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016)
David L. Drechsler (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012)
David H. Gunning II (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2017)
Brian J. Jereb (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007)
Michael Kaczka (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024)
David M. Kall (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014)
Franklin C. Malemud (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019)
Sean D. Malloy (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012)
Scott N. Opincar (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022)
John A. Polinko (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018)
Matthew I. Pollack (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024)
Shawn M. Riley (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006, 2026 Lawyer of the Year)
Michael G. Riley (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007)
Jason M. Smith (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023)
James E. Stief (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013)
Elizabeth Sullivan (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025)
Katherine E. Wensink (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021)
Amy Wiley (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021)
John M. Wirtshafter (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2015)
Ones to Watch
West Palm Beach, FL
Craig Distel (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2025)
Jeffrey S. Haut (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2021)
Chicago, IL
Karen Bridges (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2024)
Megan F. Juel (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2021)
Patrick R. O'Meara (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2023)
Margaret C. Redshaw (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2024)
Samuel J. Tallman (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2023)
Cleveland, OH
Karina R. Conley (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2022)
Julia Ross (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2026)
Adam C. Smith (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2021)
Gregory L. Watkins (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2021)
Joseph J. Weinberg (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2022)
Kirstyn Wildey Fritz (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2022)
