Gregory and Hill Named Leading Lawyers in Ohio

Kegler Brown Construction Practice and Attorneys
Among the Best, According to Chambers USA

May 18, 2004

Kegler, Brown, Hill & Ritter is pleased to announce Donald W. Gregory and Thomas W. Hill, both directors with the firm, have been selected for inclusion in the elite group of 'America's Leading Business Lawyers' for 2004-2005 by Chambers USA. Additionally, the firm's construction law practice was also named a leader in Ohio.

Research acknowledged Gregory, who was awarded a ranking of two by Chambers, as a "real tough litigator and a strong advocate" with a forte in trial work. The directory says Gregory, the chair of the firm's construction law practice, is known for his strong subcontractor client base and experience with mechanics' liens. Recently, Gregory led the team that acted for a contractor in a landmark case concerning the propriety of tendering process in the Ohio's school building program.

Along with Gregory, Chambers also recognized the expertise of Tom Hill. According to Chambers, Hill possess a "wealth of trial experience" combined with a "practical, down-to-earth style." Chambers notes that Hill, who received a ranking of three by Chambers, has a truly diverse practice around Ohio. Hill's recent cases include a trade secrets dispute and a contract dispute in the power sector.

Additionally, Chambers says peers commend the "high standards and fine quality" of the construction work done at Kegler Brown. The directory further states the Kegler Brown team takes a keen interest in legislative matters that affect the interests of its clients. The firm's construction law practice represents all segments of the industry, and clients are drawn from national trade associations, including the American Subcontractors Association, the National Ground Water Association and the Ceiling & Interior Systems Construction Association.

According to Chambers and Partners, publishers of the annual directory, only attorneys who are strongly recommended by the market are included in the group of ‘America's Leading Business Lawyers.' Each year, a team of researchers from Chambers surveys clients and lawyers across the U.S. to obtain a consistent market view of the firms and attorneys who are considered leaders in their field.

Chamber's rankings of law firms and individual attorneys are based on a scale of 1-6. The directory assesses rankings on the qualities of technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial awareness/astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by clients. The editorial comment included in the Chambers directories is also derived from the research. Quotations are used only when they sum up the prevailing opinion of the market. The rankings and editorial comment about attorneys are independent and objective.

Chambers and Partners, based in London, began operations in 1969 as a general book publisher. The company switched to specialty legal publishing in 1990 with the launch of the Chambers Directory.

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