Fishman Haygood Partners Named to Lawdragon’s 2026 “500 Leading Lawyers in America”

Fishman Haygood congratulates Partners Brent Barriere, Lori Mince, and Jim Swanson, who were recently selected to Lawdragon’s 2026 500 Leading Lawyers in America list, all acknowledged for their distinction in Litigation. Now in its 21st edition, Lawdragon’s flagship guide honors lawyers who “lead the way for clients, their communities, and their firms,” based on independent research, peer discussions, and nominations.

Brent brings more than 40 years of experience handling complex commercial litigation disputes. His practice includes bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, securities litigation, breach of contract matters, fiduciary and valuation disputes, director and officer claims, errors and omissions matters, class actions, and a national practice representing trustees and receivers.

Lori, recognized for Complex Litigation, focuses on commercial litigation, media law, and tax litigation, and she is a certified American Arbitration Association® arbitrator. She handles complex disputes ranging from class actions and executive employment matters to defamation, public records access, and intellectual property issues.

Jim, also recognized for Complex Litigation, including Environmental and Financial, represents state and local governments, corporations, and individuals in cases involving municipal finance, derivatives, corporate tax, Ponzi schemes, coastal land loss, environmental damage, and industrial and environmental accidents. His work is reflected in more than 100 reported decisions.

These recognitions reflect the depth and reputation of Fishman Haygood’s Litigation bench. In addition to their Lawdragon recognitions, Brent, Lori, and Jim have been recognized by leading awards publications such as Best Lawyers, Chambers and Partners, and Benchmark Litigation.

Fishman Haygood is known for handling high-stakes litigation – both plaintiff and defense – locally, nationally, and globally. Read more about our Litigation Practice here.