Donohue Brown Smyth LLC is proud to announce that twelve of our attorneys have been named to the 2027 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. This prestigious distinction is awarded to no more than five percent of attorneys in Illinois, recognizing exceptional legal expertise, professional achievement, and dedication to client service.
Our 2027 Illinois Super Lawyers honorees include:
- Sherri M. Arrigo, Stetson F. Atwood, Mark M. Burden, Richard H. Donohue, and Justin T. Evans – Medical Malpractice Defense
- Michael J. Borree – Civil Litigation Defense
- Robert W. Smyth, Jr. – Professional Liability Defense
- Karen K. DeGrand and Scott L. Howie – Appellate Law
We are equally pleased to acknowledge the attorneys selected for the Rising Stars list, which highlights outstanding emerging talent in the legal profession:
- Samantha M. Lowe, Charles W. Sprague, and Katie B. Trucco – Medical Malpractice Defense
Super Lawyers, a division of Thomson Reuters, evaluates attorneys through a rigorous, patented multiphase selection process, incorporating peer nominations, independent research, and peer evaluations to identify top legal talent across more than 70 practice areas.
We congratulate all our honorees and thank them for their enduring commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients. Their achievements continue to elevate the standard of excellence at Donohue Brown Smyth LLC.