Riess LeMieux is pleased to announce that five of the firm’s lawyers have been named to the 2022 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Michael R. C. Riess, Christopher K. LeMieux, Jonathan S. Forester,  and Michael S. Blackwell have been recognized in the fields of Construction Law, Construction Litigation, Commercial Litigation, and Admiralty and Maritime Law.

Michael R. C. Riess

  • Admiralty and Maritime Law
  • Construction Law

Christopher K. LeMieux

  • Construction Law
  • Litigation – Construction

Jonathan S. Forester

  • Litigation – Construction

Michael S. Blackwell

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law
  • Litigation – Construction

Best Lawyers has published their list for over three decades, earning the respect of the profession, the media, and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals. Its first international list was published in 2006 and since then has grown to provide lists in over 75 countries.

“Best Lawyers was founded in 1981 with the purpose of highlighting the extraordinary accomplishments of those in the legal profession. After three decades, we are proud to continue to serve as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals worldwide,” says CEO Phillip Greer.

Lawyers on The Best Lawyers in America list are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by their peers on the basis of professional expertise, and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing.