August 27, 2009
Four Modrall Sperling lawyers - John R. Cooney, Kenneth L. Harrigan, Margaret L. Meister, and Lynn H. Slade - were selected by Southwest Super Lawyers 2009 among the "Top 25 Lawyers in New Mexico."
In addition, 17 Modrall Sperling lawyers were selected by Southwest Super Lawyers 2009 for their expertise and experience in particular areas of law. Only five percent of the total lawyers in New Mexico were selected for this honor, including: Larry P. Ausherman - Environmental; Stuart R. Butzier - Energy & Natural Resources; John R. Cooney - Business Litigation; Earl E. DeBrine, Jr. - Energy & Natural Resources; Dale W. Ek - Real Estate; Paul M. Fish - Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor Rights; Kenneth L. Harrigan - Business Litigation; William R. Keleher - Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor Rights; Marte D. Lightstone - Energy & Natural Resources; George R. McFall - Employment & Labor; Margaret L. Meister - Real Estate; James M. Parker - Business/Corporate; Ruth M. Schifani - Banking; Douglas G. Schneebeck - Class Action/Mass Torts; Lynn H. Slade - Native American Law; Walter E. Stern III - Energy & Natural Resources; and R.E. Thompson - Personal Injury Defense: General.