NewsMichael Best is pleased to announce the appointment of partners Michael Green and Hamang Patel, and the reappointment of Kerryann Haase Minton to the national AmLaw 200 firm’s Management Committee. The appointments mark the continued recognition of the firm’s commitment to innovative leadership and a collaborative approach to navigating the legal industry’s changing landscape. “Our firm thrives on the energy and vision of its leaders. Michael, Kerryann, and Hamang each bring a distinct set of skills and perspectives that will help propel Michael Best forward,” said David Krutz, Firm Managing Partner. “The appointment of Michael and Hamang, along with Kerryann’s continued service, reflects our confidence in proven leaders who will help shape the firm’s future and advance our commitment to innovation and excellence.” Michael Best also recognizes the contributions of partners David Crass and Dan Jones, who are stepping down from the Committee after years of exemplary service. Their leadership has helped shape the firm’s culture and strategic direction, and their legacy will continue to influence Michael Best’s growth. Michael Best’s 2026 Management Committee Members: James Forrest, Managing Partner – North Carolina
Michael Green, Firm Strategic Recruiting Partner
Gregory Hartwig, Partner
Steven Joffee, Managing Partner – Utah
David Krutz, Firm Managing Partner
Kerryann Haase Minton, Managing Partner – Chicago
Hamang Patel, Partner
Shawn Stigler, Managing Partner – Colorado
Melissa Turczyn, Partner
Betsy Voter, Partner Related People Preview Attorney's BiographyClients value Greg’s strategic counsel relating to the protection of their intellectual property assets in the U.S. and abroad. Greg works extensively with clients in the life sciences, pharmaceutical, healthcare and chemical industries. His outstanding track record is built on successful outcomes in high-profile and high-value life sciences and chemical patent matters. Greg’s extensive background encompasses patent preparation and prosecution, enforcement,and technology dispute resolution, as well as licensing and opinion work.  Preview Attorney's BiographySteve serves as a trusted advisor and lead litigation counsel to many top national and international companies. His clients include technology, healthcare, pharmaceutical, communications, financial services, real estate, manufacturing, and state and federally regulated companies, as well as developers, property owners, and others.  Preview Attorney's BiographyDavid serves as the firm’s managing partner and works closely with clients, lawyers, and staff to determine and implement Michael Best’s strategic growth and development plan. In this capacity, his priorities include building and maintaining productive client relationships; enhancing value of the firm’s services through improved business operations and flexible fee structures; and attracting and retaining a diverse group of top-tier legal and business talent on both a regional and national level. .jpg) Preview Attorney's BiographyKerryann serves as a trusted advisor to companies seeking a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to employment matters. Clients value her depth of knowledge and unfaltering commitment to their business goals. Kerryann is an experienced and effective litigation strategist, successfully defending clients in employment disputes at the federal and state levels. She uses her litigation experience to assess employment practices and to structure personnel polices to increase workplace productivity and minimize the threat of litigation.  Preview Attorney's BiographyClients call on Hamang for guidance on the federal, state and local tax and business law issues stemming from complex business transactions. His strategic counsel encompasses mergers and acquisitions, tax-free reorganizations, spin-offs, new market tax credit financings, historic tax credit financings, partnerships and joint ventures, REIT acquisitions, real estate transactions, and renewable energy tax incentives.  Preview Attorney's BiographyMelissa works closely with entrepreneurs and has a strong track record helping to organize, finance, and build early-stage and emerging growth companies. Her broad experience includes aiding startups in industries as varied as IT, medical devices, clean tech, and mobile applications. She also represents venture capital funds, angel funds, and other investors. She also represents venture capital funds, angel funds, and other investors. Melissa’s broad background helps her lead the firm’s Venture Capital Practice Group and Start-up & Emerging Businesses Practice Group.  Preview Attorney's BiographyBetsy focuses her practice on financial services, securities law, and regulatory compliance. In her past role as general counsel for a brokerage and clearing firm, she developed an informed perspective on advising clients who conduct their business in a regulatory environment.
|