19 Strauss Troy Attorneys Named to 2026 The Best Lawyers in America

Strauss Troy is proud to announce that 19 of our attorneys have been named to The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 and Ones to Watch in America®. This recognition highlights the depth of experience and dedication our attorneys bring to serving clients across a wide range of practice areas. Each year, Best Lawyers recognizes the top legal talent nationwide through a comprehensive peer-review process, making this honor a true reflection of professional excellence.

The Best Lawyers in America (2026 Edition)

Covington, KY

• Martin C. Butler (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008)
  • Real Estate Law

• Pete A. Smith (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008)
  • Real Estate Law

Cincinnati, OH

• Anthony M. Barlow (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013)
  • Real Estate Law

• Daniel H. Demmerle II (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005)
  • Banking and Finance Law
  • Project Finance Law
  • Real Estate Law

• Matthew W. Fellerhoff (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2026)
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
  • Land Use and Zoning Law

• Ann W. Gerwin (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018)
  • Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
  • Corporate Law

• James D. Houston (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019)
  • Construction Law

• Janet L. Houston (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025)
  • Tax Law
  • Trusts and Estates

• T. Stephen Phillips (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1987)
  • Trusts and Estates

• Alex S. Rodger (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025)
  • Commercial Litigation

• Stephen S. Schmidt (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025)
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Litigation - Real Estate

• Robert R. Sparks (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2026)
  • Commercial Litigation

• Emily T. Supinger (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021)
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
  • Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Municipal Law

• R. Guy Taft (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014)
  • Appellate Practice
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property
  • Litigation - Real Estate

• Richard S. Wayne (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2003)
  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America (2026 Edition)

Covington, KY

• R. Austin Stevenson (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2026)
  • Corporate Law

Cincinnati, OH

• Jessica L. Beauchamp (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2025)
  • Family Law

• Jeffrey A. Levine (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2025)
  • Corporate Law

• Alexa E. Wainscott (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2025)
  • Commercial Litigation

We’re proud to see our attorneys honored among the nation’s top legal talent. Thank you to our clients and colleagues for the trust and confidence that make this possible. Learn more about our team here.