Announcements

January 7, 2025

18 FormanWatkins Attorneys Named 2024 Mid-South Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Forman Watkins & Krutz LLP proudly celebrates the recognition of 18 attorneys in the latest edition of Super Lawyers, a hallmark of excellence published by Thomson Reuters. This prestigious honor underscores the unwavering commitment, exceptional skill, and dedication to client service that define the firm.

Super Lawyers identifies outstanding attorneys from over 70 practice areas who have achieved remarkable peer recognition and professional accomplishments. This distinction is reserved for no more than five percent of attorneys in each state, and honorees are selected through a rigorous process that combines independent research, peer nominations, and thorough peer evaluations.

Attorney inclusion on the 2024 Mid-South Super Lawyers and Rising Star lists reflects the breadth and depth of FormanWatkins’ capabilities, spanning diverse practice areas and reinforcing the firm’s reputation for delivering exceptional results.

This recognition also solidifies the firm’s position as a destination for talented attorneys who seek a collaborative, dynamic, and client-focused environment. The firm is proud to cultivate a culture of excellence that enables team members to thrive and achieve recognition at the highest levels of the profession.

FormanWatkins extends congratulations to the 18 honorees for their well-deserved accolades and thank them for their continued contributions to clients and the firm.

2024 Mid-South Super Lawyers: Mary Clift Abdala, James “Jake” L. Banks IV, Tanya Ellis, Nick Giallourakis, Brian Hannula*, Courtney HuntRuth Maron Huskey, Fred Krutz*, Alison McMinn*, Joshua Metcalf*, Spencer Ritchie, Jennifer Studebaker*, Caroline Upchurch, and WG Watkins*

2024 Mid-South Rising Stars: Patrick Fields, Catherine Pettis Rule, Autumn Smith, and Peyton Smith

*Top 50 Mississippi Mid-South Super Lawyers