150 Gunster Attorneys Recognized by 2027 Edition of Best Lawyers®

Gunster, one of Florida's oldest and largest full-service business law firms, earned recognition for 150 attorneys in the 2027 Edition of Best Lawyers in America®, underscoring the firm's continued strength across practices and markets throughout the state.

Among those recognized, 128 attorneys were named The Best Lawyers in America® across 56 practice areas and specialties in 11 Florida markets. In addition, 22 attorneys were included in Best Lawyers®: Ones to Watch across 10 practice areas and specialties in six statewide markets.

The firm's presence was further distinguished by 13 attorneys receiving Best Lawyers® "Lawyer of the Year" honors across 12 practice areas and six Florida markets. This recognition is awarded to attorneys who receive the highest overall peer feedback in their practice area and geographic region, placing them among the most respected legal professionals in the country. This distinguished list includes M. Travis Hayes (Litigation - Trusts and Estates), Samantha L. Prokop (Health Care Law), Amy Brigham Boulris (Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law), Lila A. Jaber (Energy Regulatory Law), Michael P. Petrovich (Environmental Law), William J. Schifino, Jr. (Arbitration), Elaine M. Bucher (Trusts and Estates), Daniel J. Glassman (Tax Law), Michael V. Mitrione (Corporate Law), John B.T. Murray Jr. (Bet-the-Company Litigation), H. William Perry (Real Estate Law), Brian M. Seymour (Litigation - Land Use and Zoning), and Michael D. Simon (Litigation - Trusts and Estates).

The following attorneys are included in the Best Lawyers in America® 2027 edition:

The following attorneys are included in Best Lawyers®: Ones to Watch 2027 edition:

Best Lawyers® recognition is based entirely on peer review, making it one of the legal profession's most respected benchmarks of excellence. For the 2027 edition, more than 3.8 million peer evaluations were considered in recognizing approximately 81,000 lawyers across more than 200 metropolitan regions worldwide. Gunster's continued representation in the rankings reflects the depth of talent, experience, and commitment to client service found across the firm.

The firm's recognition extends well beyond Best Lawyers®. Gunster is ranked nationally and statewide in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA across 14 practice areas, and its attorneys are regularly recognized by Florida Super Lawyers and other leading legal publications. Together, these honors reflect the firm's sustained excellence across disciplines and its ongoing dedication to helping clients navigate complex legal and business challenges throughout Florida and beyond.

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Gunster. Florida's Law Firm for Leaders.
As a full-service law firm, Gunster provides legal counsel to leading organizations and individuals from its 13 offices statewide. Established in 1925, the firm has expanded, diversified and evolved, but always with a singular focus: Florida and its clients’ stake in it. A magnet for business-savvy attorneys who embrace collaboration for the greatest advantage of clients, Gunster’s growth has not been at the expense of personalized service but because of it. The firm serves clients from its offices in Boca Raton, Coral Gables, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Miami, Naples, Orlando, Palm Beach, Stuart, Tallahassee, Tampa, Vero Beach, and its headquarters in West Palm Beach. With more than 340 attorneys and consultants, and 300 committed support staff, Gunster is ranked among the top 200 largest law firms by the National Law Journal. More information about its practices, industries, offices and news is available at www.gunster.com.