Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP

The highly popular hands-on workshop is making a return at the upcoming CLM Alliance (Claims and Litigation Management Alliance) Construction Conference! The construction industry is constantly evolving with innovative materials, and this workshop offers attendees a unique opportunity to explore and interact with these materials firsthand. Building on the success of the 'Dirty Jobs' hands-on concrete class at the 2022 conference, the team is back with another engaging session that invites participants to roll up their sleeves once again. The session is titled "Dirty Jobs 2.0: Going Hands-On with Building Materials to Better Understand Defect Litigation" and will feature WSHB partner Ryan M. Hicks, Terence D. Kadlec, P.E. of MC Consultants, Maren Mooney, CCP, CLMP, CRIS of Turner Surety and Insurance Brokerage, and Karen Rice, MBA of AXA XL. #WSHB #CLMConstruction #ConstructionDefect #Construction 🏗🔨

We are delighted to welcome our newest partner in Las Vegas, Cheryl Grames. Cheryl is a highly regarded attorney who focuses her practice on insurance coverage, bad faith litigation, and professional liability defense, with an emphasis on medical malpractice litigation. She is known for her successful track record in defending clients throughout Nevada. To learn more about Cheryl, please visit https://lnkd.in/gK7PxkRC. #WSHB #WSHBLasVegas #WelcomeToTheTeam #LegalExcellence

Tracy Abatemarco, co-managing partner of WSHB’s New York City office, has been selected to share her expertise on trial success at the upcoming CLM Alliance (Claims and Litigation Management Alliance) Claims College in Austin, Texas, from September 4-7, 2024. She will be joined by celebrated thought leader Rose M.J. Charles, a trial attorney turned senior vice president for one of the largest insurance companies in the nation. Together, they will be teaching a class on the intricacies of trying high-profile, large-exposure cases. For more information about attending Claims College, please visit https://shorturl.at/u7rXU. #WSHB #ClaimsCollege #TrialAttorneys 📚✨

📢 WSHB partner Katie Klapsa-Scarpinato is speaking at the upcoming CLM Alliance (Claims and Litigation Management Alliance) Construction Conference on “Liability and Risk Implications of Building in Coastal Regions.” The panel of experts, including Linda Pretzel of RiverStone Resources LLC, Andy Guerra, P.E., S.E. of Charles Taylor Adjusting & Technical Services, and Beth Morris, will discuss the increase in construction litigation in coastal areas, such as California, Texas, Florida, and North Carolina. These areas experience unique and unpredictable weather and environments, leading to more frequent and severe claims. This is a session you won’t want to miss! #WSHB #CLMConstruction #CoastalConstruction #LiabilityRisks #ConstructionLitigation 🚧

We proudly introduce Marjorie Kratsas to our legal team in Las Vegas, Nevada! Marjie is our firm's newest partner, specializing in representing healthcare entities and individual license holders. With a background as a paramedic, Marjie's passion for healthcare runs deep. Her firsthand knowledge of advanced medicine equips her with the ability to navigate complex medical records and evaluate cases from the provider's standpoint, providing invaluable insight to our clients. In addition to her healthcare litigation practice, she also handles cases involving complex torts, civil sexual assault, product liability, and negligent security. Please join us in welcoming Marjie to #WSHB! #WelcomeToTheTeam #MedicalMalpractice #HealthcareLaw 🎉👏

Our firm’s partners were honored in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in America, a prestigious nationwide listing of distinguished attorneys. This annual recognition highlights the achievements and commitment of top legal professionals in the country. We extend our sincere congratulations to the following WSHB partners for this well-deserved honor: Jenna Melton Fowler, Colleen McCaffrey, Molly Moyer, Trevor Peck, and Richard Zelonka (Atlanta, GA); Robert Hellner (Dallas, TX); Kate Fitzsimmons Adams and Jacqueline Maulucci (Hartford, CT); Ryan M. Hicks (Denver, CO); Janice Michaels and Joel Odou (Las Vegas, NV); Stephen Henning, David Wood, and Frances OMeara (Los Angeles, CA); Lori Barker and Kathryn Trew (New Orleans, LA); James P. Tyrie (New York, NY); Jodi Mullis and Jack Pemberton (Phoenix, AZ); Graham Miller (Portland, OR); William Silverman (Raleigh, NC); Ranjan Lahiri and Jason Ross (San Diego, CA); Philip Grennan and Tim Shea (Seattle, WA); and Vincent Beilman and Kimberly Jones (Tampa, FL). These recognitions cover 14 offices and 14 different practice areas. You can find more information at https://lnkd.in/gbtFnTqm. #WSHB #BestLawyers #LegalAwards 🏆👏

WSHB partner Domingo Tan will be participating in a roundtable discussion at the CLM Construction Conference along with other industry thought leaders: Matthew Argue from the Arbitration Mediation Conciliation Center, Michael Rodriguez from Tokio Marine HCC, and Janet Shipes from AXA XL. This roundtable, titled "There's No Place Like Home: Navigating the Changing Landscape of Single-Family Home and HOA Defect Claims," will delve into the evolving landscape and emerging strategies for managing these complex claims. To learn more and register, please visit https://bit.ly/3SDAqCi. #WSHB #CLMConstruction 🏠 🏗

We are proud to announce that 42 of our firm's attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers: One to Watch in America. This prestigious recognition is awarded to attorneys early in their careers for their exceptional professional excellence in private practice. 🎉 Our attorneys were honored across 18 practice areas in 22 of our firm's locations. Congratulations to the following attorneys: Stephen Rothring, Jeffery Rowe, and Kelli Steele (Atlanta, GA); Brendan Johnson (Berkeley Heights, NJ); Rochelle Bailey, Esq., Aaron Beharie, and Sebastian Larrea (Boca Raton, FL); Ilon Oliveira, Esq. (Concord, CA); Mike Simpson (Denver, CO); Rudolf Petrosyan (Glendale, CA); Aaron Cruz (Hartford, CT); Susana Santana, Esq (Las Vegas, NV); Danielle Ebel and Melissa Saracyan (Los Angeles, CA); Joseph Aguirre (Mobile, AL); Riley Carter (New Orleans, LA); Kevin Fitzpatrick, Bolam Kim, Thomas Lehman, Fationa Mamo, Cole Munson, and Courtney Swartz (New York, NY); Ahllam Berri, Catherine Deter, Rebecca May Gabroy, and Zachary Lynch (Orange County, CA); Kamela Devole and Lauren McDowell (Philadelphia, PA); Christopher Heo and Iulia Taranu-Maerowitz (Phoenix, AZ); Ian Baldwin (Portland, OR); Megan Zlokas (Raleigh, NC); Christina Loni (Rancho Cucamonga, CA); Christian Gunneson, Jonathan "Boomer" Hart, Lee Jeansonne, Daniel Knuth, Rontavian Mack, and Ryan Schoeb (Tampa, FL); Sita Joanna Dyriam (Thousand Oaks, CA); Kellan Byrne (Seattle, WA); and Jacqueline Murphy (White Plains, NY). For more information, please visit https://lnkd.in/gtgntjr3. #WSHB #BestLawyers #OnesToWatch #LegalAwards 🏆

WSHB partner Catherine Deter is scheduled to speak on a panel at this year's CLM Alliance (Claims and Litigation Management Alliance) Construction Conference in Huntington Beach, CA. The panel will cover current trends in facilitating pre-litigation and early litigation resolution. Catherine will be joined by fellow thought leaders Fernanda Aragon, CCP of Network Adjusters, Kevin Follett of RiverStone Resources, Walter Nelson of Tokio Marine HCC, and Lee Thunberg, Esq. of Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance. The presentation, "Let's Get Out of Here! Strategies for Early Resolution of Challenging Claims and the Pitfalls and Best Practices for a Piecemeal Settlement," is scheduled for September 19, 2024, from 2:30-3:30 pm. For more information and registration, please visit https://bit.ly/3SDAqCi. #WSHB #CLMConstruction 🌟👷♂️👷♀️  

Join us in welcoming partner Spencer Dunn to WSHB's Houston office! Spencer is a trial lawyer with consistent results handling all facets of complex civil litigation. With a robust record of success, he has established himself as the go-to attorney for challenging cases throughout Houston and South Texas. Spencer's practice encompasses commercial litigation, high-profile environmental disputes, construction litigation, refinery accidents, and trucking incidents. He is equally skilled in handling professional liability, employment, and labor law litigation, making him a versatile advocate inside and outside the courtroom. Welcome to WSHB, Spencer! 🎉👏 #WSHB #WSHBHouston #TrialLawyers #TrialAttorneys