MichieHamlett Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers in America® 2026
MichieHamlett is proud to announce that multiple attorneys from our firm have been recognized in Best Lawyers in America® 2026, including three who earned the distinguished title of Lawyer of the Year. These honors reflect the respect of peers across the legal profession and reaffirm our firm’s commitment to providing exceptional representation to our clients in Charlottesville, Roanoke, and throughout Virginia.
2026 Lawyer of the Year Honorees
Each year, only one attorney per practice area and geographic region receives Lawyer of the Year recognition. This distinction is awarded to lawyers with the highest overall peer feedback in their field.
We are proud to celebrate three MichieHamlett attorneys who have earned this prestigious honor in 2026:
- Tony Russell – Roanoke – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
- Jay O’Keeffe – Roanoke – Appellate Practice
- Greg Webb – Charlottesville – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
These recognitions highlight the exceptional leadership, skill, and dedication each of these attorneys brings to their clients and the community.
2026 Best Lawyers – Charlottesville
The following attorneys from our Charlottesville office have been recognized in Best Lawyers:
- Les S. Bowers – Medical Malpractice Law (Plaintiffs), Personal Injury Litigation (Plaintiffs)
- James P. Cox III – Litigation (Trusts & Estates), Real Estate Law, Trusts & Estates
- E. Kyle McNew – Appellate Practice, Personal Injury Litigation (Plaintiffs), Product Liability Litigation (Plaintiffs)
- M. Bryan Slaughter – Personal Injury Litigation (Plaintiffs), Product Liability Litigation (Plaintiffs)
- David W. Thomas – Commercial Litigation
- J. Gregory Webb – Personal Injury Litigation (Plaintiffs), Product Liability Litigation (Plaintiffs)
- Ashley Davis – Personal Injury Litigation (Plaintiffs)
Ones to Watch – Charlottesville
In addition to these recognitions, Ones to Watch highlights rising attorneys who demonstrate outstanding professional promise:
- Amy J. Inge – Family Law; Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation
2026 Best Lawyers
Our Roanoke office also had several attorneys recognized in Best Lawyers:
- Joshua C. Johnson – Commercial Litigation, Construction Law
- Matthew E. Kelley – Litigation (Insurance)
- James J. O’Keeffe IV – Appellate Practice
- Anthony M. Russell – Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions (Plaintiffs), Medical Malpractice Law (Plaintiffs), Personal Injury Litigation (Plaintiffs), Product Liability Litigation (Plaintiffs)
Why This Recognition Matters for Clients
Best Lawyers in America® is one of the most respected and relied-upon legal rankings in the country. Attorneys named to this list are selected entirely through peer review, meaning other accomplished lawyers in their fields recognize them for their skill, integrity, and results.
For our clients, these honors mean that when you choose MichieHamlett, you are working with attorneys trusted by both peers and the community for excellence in advocacy and service. Whether you are navigating a serious injury, complex litigation, or an appellate matter, you can be confident that our team has the experience and reputation to guide you forward.
Congratulations to Our Team
We congratulate all of our attorneys who have been honored in Best Lawyers 2026. Their dedication to protecting clients’ rights and achieving meaningful results reflects the core mission of MichieHamlett.
If you or a loved one is seeking legal guidance, we invite you to reach out to our team to learn how we may be able to help