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Leech Tishman Is Proud to Have 20 Lawyers Recognized in the Best Lawyers in America® and Seven Lawyers Recognized in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2027 Editions

August 20, 2026

Leech Tishman is pleased to announce that 20 Leech Tishman attorneys were chosen by their peers for inclusion in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Additionally, seven Leech Tishman attorneys were selected to be included in the 2027 Edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America®. These attorneys were vetted and selected based on Best Lawyers® peer review evaluation process which includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their field, and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process.

The Best Lawyers in America® highlights top legal talent in America. Leech Tishman attorneys recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® include:

Los Angeles, CA

  • Mark S. Hardiman (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016)
    • Health Care Law
    • Litigation – Health Care
  • Moshe J. Kupietzky (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007)
    • Banking and Finance Law
    • Corporate Law
  • Aaron C. Lachant (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020)
    • Litigation – Health Care
  • John A. Mills (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016)
    • Administrative / Regulatory Law
    • Health Care Law
    • Litigation – Health Care
  • Harry J. Nelson (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012)
    • Administrative / Regulatory Law
    • Health Care Law

Washington, DC

  • Bruce J. McNeil (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006)
    • Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
    • Litigation – ERISA

Miami/Fort Lauderdale, FL

  • Barbara J. Riesberg (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016)
    • Commercial Litigation
  • Esteban J. Elias (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025)
    • Corporate Law

Chicago, IL

  • Vincent S. Oleszkiewicz (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021)
    • Environmental Law
    • Litigation – Environmental
  • Wakaba Y. Tessier (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025)
    • Corporate Law
    • Health Care Law

Erie, PA

  • Michael P. Kruszewski (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018)
    • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
    • Litigation – Bankruptcy
  • Arthur D. Martinucci (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021)
    • Employment Law – Individuals
    • Litigation – Labor and Employment

Pittsburgh, PA

  • Pete A. Fuscaldo (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011)
    • Corporate Law
    • Tax Law
  • Heather S. Heidelbaugh (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020)
    • Commercial Litigation
    • Government Relations Practice
  • Steven D. Irwin (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024)
    • Employment Law – Management
    • Government Relations Practice
    • Securities Regulation
  • David W. Lampl (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011)
    • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
    • Litigation – Bankruptcy
  • John M. Steiner (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018)
    • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
    • Litigation – Bankruptcy
  • Alan G. Towner (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011)
    • Copyright Law
    • Litigation – Intellectual Property
    • Litigation – Patent
    • Patent Law
    • Trademark Law
  • David V. Weicht (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021)
    • Commercial Litigation
    • Litigation – Insurance
  • Wesley Yang (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013)
    • Tax Law

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® awards are recognitions given to attorneys who are earlier in their careers for outstanding professional excellence in private practice in America. Leech Tishman’s attorneys recognized in the 2027 Edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America include:

Los Angeles, CA

  • David H. Chao (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2027)
    • Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Aviva R. Morady (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2024)
    • Health Care Law
  • Michael (Akiva) Newborn (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2024)
    • Health Care Law
  • Joshua G. Singer (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2024)
    • Health Care Law

Pittsburgh, PA

  • Ryan W. Brode (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2021)
    • Energy Law
    • Oil and Gas Law
    • Real Estate Law
  • Francesca M. Schiavone (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2022)
    • Corporate Law
    • Real Estate Law
  • Bridget M. Synan (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2026)
    • Transportation Law
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