Eleven Lacy Katzen LLP Attorneys Recognized in the 2027 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®
August 20, 2026 - Lacy Katzen LLP is pleased to announce that 11 of our attorneys have been honored in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.
"This recognition reflects the kind of professional reputation that is earned over time;' said Phil Greer, CEO, Best Lawyers. "It speaks to the quality of counsel these lawyers provide, the confidence they inspire and the standards they continue to uphold."
Among this year's honorees, Mark H. Stein received the distinguished 2027 Best Lawyers "Lawyer of the Year" recognition for Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law in the Rochester metropolitan area. This prestigious distinction is awarded to only one attorney in each practice area and metropolitan region, based entirely on the highest overall peer-review ratings from fellow attorneys who are themselves recognized by Best Lawyers. The honor reflects not only exceptional legal ability, but also the respect and confidence Mark has earned from his peers through decades of dedicated advocacy on behalf of creditors, lenders, businesses, and financial institutions.
Mark now joins an elite group of Lacy Katzen attorneys who have earned this highly selective recognition. Their repeated recognition across multiple practice areas underscores the depth of legal talent at Lacy Katzen and reflects the firm's longstanding reputation for excellence, professionalism, and outstanding client service.
Previous "Lawyer of the Year" honorees include:
- Peter T. Rodgers, who received the award for Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs in 2013, 2017, and 2023, making him one of the firm's most frequently recognized attorneys;
- Tacqueline M. Thomas who was named 2022 "Lawyer of the Year" for Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs;
- David D. MacKnight, recognized in 2025 for Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; and
- Robin L. Folts, honored as the 2026 "Lawyer of the Year" for Elder Law.
The Lacy Katzen LLP attorneys recognized for 2027 Best Lawyers in America in the Rochester, NY area include:
- Daniel S. Bryson - Real Estate Law
- Jennifer L. Chadwick - Banking and Finance Law
- Robin L. Folts - Elder Law and Trusts and Estates
- David D. MacKnight - Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Nancy A. McKinley - Trusts and Estates
- Peter T. Rodgers - Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Matthew A. Ryen - Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), and Corporate Law
- Nathan A. Shoff - Trusts and Estates
- Mark H. Stein - Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights I Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Jacqueline M. Thomas - Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- John M. Wells - Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Best Lawyers has published its annual peer-reviewed legal rankings for more than four decades. Because the organization's recognitions are based entirely on evaluations from fellow lawyers, Best Lawyers awards serve as a trusted resource for clients seeking experienced, respected legal counsel.
About Lacy Katzen LLP
Founded in 1950, Lacy Katzen LLP is a top tier law firm with offices across Western New York. The firm is committed to providing thoughtful counsel and exceptional client service across a broad range of practice areas, including personal injury, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, family law, creditor rights, business, elder law, estate planning, litigation, municipal, and real estate. For more information, visit LacyKatzen.com.