23 Strauss Troy Attorneys Recognized in the 2027 Editions of Best Lawyers and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch

Strauss Troy is proud to announce that 23 attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.

Recognition by Best Lawyers® is based entirely on peer review and reflects the respect attorneys have earned among fellow legal professionals. This year's honorees represent a broad range of practice areas and include attorneys who have been recognized for decades, as well as those receiving recognition for the first time.

We congratulate all of our honorees on this well-deserved achievement.

The Best Lawyers in America® (2027)

Covington, KY

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

• Andrew R. Giannella (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006)
  • 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

• Joseph J. Braun (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2027)
  • Litigation - Municipal

• 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)
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law
  • Litigation - Construction

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

• Brian J. O'Connell (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2027)
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law
  • Litigation - Construction

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

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

• Michael A. Ruh, Jr. (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2027)
  • Real Estate Law

• 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 (2027 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

About Strauss Troy

For over 70 years, Strauss Troy has helped businesses, individuals, and entrepreneurs navigate legal challenges and opportunities. With offices in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, the firm is strategically mid-sized, offering personalized service and deep experience across a full range of practice areas. Your solutions start here. Learn more at www.strausstroy.com.