August 23, 2023 – Attorneys for Weiner, Sheros, Weitz, Greenberg and Shawe, William W. Sherose Jr., Stephen F. Greenberg, Mark T. Shaw, Malcolm Mackenzie, III, Edwin Peck, William G. Glass, Helen Hester, Christina T. McDonnell, Julianne G. Glisson, George P. Milmine, and Stuart Halpern have all been selected by peers to be included in the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers.
Best Lawyers is the only peer-reviewed guide to the legal profession, and Best Lawyers lawyers have been recognized by their peers in the legal industry for professional excellence in 145 practice areas. Best Lawyers is the legal industry’s most visible peer rating, collaborating with local, regional and national publications around the world.
Mr. Sheros is listed in the areas of litigation practice – land use and district, municipal law and real estate law. It is primarily practiced in the areas of commercial and residential real estate transactions, land development and public works. Assists clients with the acquisition, planning, development, operation, leasing and sale of real estate. He also serves as an Assistant District Attorney for the City of Savannah and has served as a temporary judge for the Savannah-Chatham County Recording Court.
Mr. Greenberg is listed in the areas of bankruptcy, creditor debt rights/insolvency and reorganization law, and real estate law. His practice consists of a mix of real estate, commercial real estate and creditor bankruptcy businesses, and he effectively and successfully represents the interests of businesses, lenders and individuals. Mr. Greenberg’s practice in commercial and residential real estate transactions, general commercial real estate, and creditor bankruptcy representation is based on core principles such as providing personal attention to each of his clients, attention to detail and prompt response to his clients.
Mr. Shaw is listed in the areas of litigation – real estate, real estate law, trusts and real estate. He practices law in the areas of general business, corporate and entity law, residential and commercial real estate, transactional law, condominium formation and transfers, estate planning and wills, foreclosures, mechanics, and material liens. Mr. Shaw received an outstanding “AV” rating from the Martindale Hubbell Law Directory and was named one of Georgia’s “Best Lawyers”.
Mr. McKenzie is listed in the areas of criminal defense practice: White Collar, Litigation – Municipal and Personal Injury Claims – Defendants. Mr. McKenzie is an attorney with nearly 30 years of experience handling a broad range of civil matters, including personal injury, wrongful death, workers’ compensation, commercial and employment litigation and white collar criminal defense. He has represented corporations, insurance companies, municipal governments as well as individuals. He is also a registered neutral (mediator) with the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution.
Mr. Beck is listed in the areas of real estate law. He specializes in commercial real estate law with a focus on small business lending for corporate clients. Mr. Beck is one of the few attorneys in the Southeast Georgia area to be designated a 504 closing attorney by the US Small Business Administration and is a member of the Regional Liaison Committee of the National Association of Government Secured Lenders (NAGGL). and an affiliate member of the National Association of Development Corporations (NADCO).
Mr. Glass is involved in the areas of business organizations (including limited liability companies and partnerships), corporate law, litigation – land use and zoning, and litigation – real estate and real estate law. It engages in commercial and residential real estate financing, acquisitions, development and leasing, commercial transactions and management, and civil litigation.
Ms. Hester is involved in the fields of commercial real estate, construction law, and litigation – real estate and real estate law. Its practice is focused in the areas of commercial and residential real estate, real estate litigation, complex commercial litigation, commercial litigation, and construction cases. Named a Rising Star in Real Estate Law by Georgia Super Lawyers in 2017 and 2018.
Mrs. McDonnell is listed in the real estate law field. Her practice focus includes residential and commercial real estate, bankruptcy of creditors, public works, company formation, probate, and estate planning.
Ms. Gleeson is involved in the areas of Family Law, Litigation – Trusts & Estates, Trusts & Estates. Her practice includes litigation of both civil and complex criminal cases for a wide range of courts in state and federal courts, including trial and litigation work in Savannah. She also practiced in the field of family law for 20 years and remains an active advocate for domestic violence victims. Her current areas of practice include wills, including last wills and testaments, trusts, estate management and related litigation, criminal defense and juvenile law.
Mr. Melmine is listed in the areas of corporate law, litigation, construction law, and real estate. Focus on corporate cases, contract law and real estate law. Mr. Melmin has represented a variety of construction-related businesses during his career, including residential and commercial construction contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, land developers, landowners and warranties. He has significant experience in employment law, including the preparation and enforcement of restrictive agreements, as well as in commercial and residential real estate transactions.
Mr. Halpern is listed in the areas of real estate, trusts and real estate law. He practices primarily in the areas of residential and commercial real estate, development and leasing, commercial transactions and management, estate planning and wills, municipal law and civil litigation. Stewart has extensive experience in real estate matters and is actively involved in residential and commercial closings, frequently acting as advisor to the City of Savannah for municipal public domain works and other real estate matters.
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