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Michael Best is pleased to announce the election of partners Shawn Stigler and Melissa Turczyn to the firm's Management Committee, alongside the reelection of partner Betsy Voter. This decision underscores Michael Best’s commitment to the firm’s core values and guiding principles, as well as multifaceted, collaborative leadership and strategic growth.

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“We welcome Shawn and Melissa to our Management Committee, and we are grateful that Betsy will continue her service. All three bring unique perspectives and proven leadership abilities. It also confirms that the Michael Best partners see the value of bringing in the next generation of leaders as the firm grows and looks for innovative ways to serve clients and navigate a complex legal landscape," said David Krutz, Michael Best Firm Managing Partner.

Michael Best is deeply appreciative of Firm Strategic Recruiting Partner, Mike Green, for his years of dedicated service on the Management Committee. His contributions have been instrumental in steering the firm toward success and will have a lasting impact on Michael Best’s future endeavors. Mike steps down after 9 years of service on the Committee.

The appointments represent Michael Best’s commitment to having a management Committee that harnesses forward-looking leadership from a diverse set of partners:

David Crass, Managing Partner – Washington, D.C. James Forrest, Managing Partner – North Carolina Gregory Hartwig, Partner Steven Joffee, Managing Partner – Utah Daniel Jones, Partner David Krutz, Firm Managing Partner Jonathan Margolies, Partner, General Counsel Kerryann Minton, Managing Partner – Chicago Shawn Stigler, Managing Partner – Denver Melissa Turczyn, Managing Partner – Madison Betsy Voter, Partner

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Michael Best Announces New Additions to Firm’s Management Committee

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