17 Kramer Rayson LLP Attorneys Recognized in 2027 Best Lawyers in America®
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17 Kramer Rayson LLP Attorneys Recognized in 2027 Best Lawyers in America®

Kramer Rayson LLP is excited to recognize seventeen of its attorneys for their selection to the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, the nation's most respected peer-review guide to legal excellence. Being chosen by one's own peers is one of the highest honors in the legal profession, and this year's list includes sixteen attorneys named to the core Best Lawyers rankings and one rising associate honored on the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America list.

Since 1983, Best Lawyers has set the standard for recognizing outstanding attorneys, with honorees chosen entirely through peer nominations and a rigorous review process. Lawyers recognized must be in active practice and in good standing, ensuring clients receive credible recommendations for top legal representation. This confidential, peer-driven process ensures that inclusion reflects genuine professional merit rather than self-promotion.

Kramer Rayson LLP 2027 Lawyer of the Year Honorees

Kramer Rayson LLP 2027 Best Lawyers Honorees

  • George R. Arrants, Jr. – Corporate Law; Employment Law – Management
  • Beecher A. Bartlett, Jr. – Insurance Law; Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants & Plaintiffs
  • Betsy J. Beck – Employment Law – Management
  • Robert L. Bowman – Employment Law – Management; Labor Law – Management; Land Use & Zoning Law
  • John C. Burgin, Jr. – Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law; Employment Law – Management; Labor Law – Management
  • William J. Carver – Litigation – Insurance; Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
  • Shannon Coleman Egle (Lawyer of the Year) – Health Care Law
  • Warren L. Gooch – Administrative / Regulatory Law; Government Relations Practice; Health Care Law
  • Thomas M. Hale – Bet-the-Company Litigation; Commercial Litigation; Corporate Law
  • John T. Johnson, Jr. – Commercial Litigation; Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
  • Jackson G. Kramer – Litigation – Trusts & Estates; Real Estate Law; Trusts & Estates
  • Wayne R. Kramer – Trusts & Estates
  • Brandon L. Morrow (Lawyer of the Year) – Employment Law – Management; Labor Law – Management; Litigation – Labor & Employment
  • Edward G. Phillips – Employment Law – Management; Labor Law – Management; Litigation – Labor & Employment
  • Kate E. Tucker – Employment Law – Management; Immigration Law
  • John E. Winters (Lawyer of the Year) – Labor Law - Management; Employment Law – Management; Health Care Law; Insurance Law

Kramer Rayson LLP 2027 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® Honoree

  • Andrew M. Hale – Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Corporate Law

Three of the firm's honorees, Shannon Coleman Egle, Brandon L. Morrow, and John E. Winters, were also named 2027 "Lawyer of the Year" in their respective practice areas, a distinction given to a single lawyer per practice area and metropolitan region.

About Kramer Rayson LLP

Founded in 1948, Kramer Rayson LLP provides full-service legal counsel to businesses, individuals, and organizations across Tennessee. Our practice spans employment law, health care, corporate and tax matters, estate planning, litigation, and more. With offices in Knoxville and Oak Ridge, our attorneys are committed to delivering trusted legal representation while serving as active leaders in professional, civic, and charitable organizations throughout our community.

About Best Lawyers

Founded in 1983, Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer-review ranking service in the legal profession. Recognition is based entirely on confidential peer feedback and a thorough verification process. Today, Best Lawyers publishes lists in more than 75 countries, serving as a trusted resource for individuals and businesses seeking top legal counsel.