Neale & Newman, LLP is proud to announce that nine of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America®. This recognition is awarded entirely through peer review — no fee or self-nomination is involved — and reflects the respect our attorneys have earned from fellow lawyers across Missouri for their skill, integrity, and professional excellence.
The Best Lawyers in America® — 2027 Edition
Brian K. Asberry (recognized since 2025) Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law
Michael J. DeArmon (recognized since 2023) Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Law, Trusts and Estates
Anne Sallee Mason (recognized since 2024) Trusts and Estates
Patrick J. Platter (recognized since 2020) Land Use and Zoning Law
Judson B. Poppen (recognized since 2021) Commercial Litigation
W. Bradley Risby (recognized since 2024) Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Trusts and Estates
Richard L. Schnake (recognized since 2016) Appellate Practice
Daniel K. Wooten (recognized since 2024) Litigation – Trusts and Estates
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America® — 2027 Edition
C. Nathan Dunville (recognized since 2021) Banking and Finance Law, Commercial Litigation, Family Law, Labor and Employment Law – Management, Litigation – Labor and Employment, Litigation – Trusts and Estates, Trusts and Estates
Bryan D. Fisher (recognized since 2024) Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Litigation – Real Estate, Mergers and Acquisitions Law
A Peer-Reviewed Honor
Best Lawyers has published its rankings for over four decades, and its selection process is built entirely on evaluations from other attorneys who know this work firsthand — not paid placements or self-submissions. Being named to these lists, particularly across consecutive years for many of our attorneys, speaks to the consistency and depth of the advocacy our team provides to clients throughout Springfield and the greater Missouri community.
Congratulations to all nine of our recognized attorneys on this well-deserved honor.
If you're looking for experienced legal counsel from a firm whose attorneys are recognized by their peers, contact Neale & Newman, LLP today to schedule a consultation.