Trusts and Estates Practice Earns Highest Distinction in 2025 Chambers High Net Worth Guide

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The HNW group joins the previously announced 90+ in the USA Guide.

We are proud to announce that Maynard Nexsen’s Trusts & Estates Practice Group—encompassing Fiduciary Advisory Services, Fiduciary Litigation, and Business Succession Planning—has earned top recognition in the 2025 Chambers High Net Worth Guide, released July 24.

The group achieved a Band 1 ranking in Private Wealth Law – Alabama, the highest distinction awarded by Chambers and Partners. This honor reflects outstanding feedback from clients and peers and underscores the team’s deep experience and commitment to excellence.

Individual Rankings:

Band 1

• Nancy Hughes (Birmingham, AL)
• Cynthia Lamar-Hart (Birmingham, AL)
• Jennifer McEwen (Birmingham, AL)
• Kirby Sevier (Birmingham, AL)

Band 2

• Fred Kingsmore (Columbia and Charleston, SC)

Band 3

• Jessica Grover (Birmingham, AL)

In addition to its core legal services, Maynard Nexsen’s Fiduciary Advisory Services team provides tailored guidance to individual and institutional fiduciaries, helping them fulfill their obligations while mitigating potential risk.

This Band 1 ranking places Maynard Nexsen among the leading firms globally in Private Wealth Law. In total, 95 attorneys and 28 practice areas across the firm were recognized in the Chambers USA and Chambers High Net Worth guides this year.

About the Chambers High Net Worth Guide
Published annually by Chambers and Partners, the Chambers HNW Guide highlights the world’s top lawyers and law firms serving high net worth individuals and families. Rankings are based on in-depth research, client interviews, and rigorous analysis by Chambers’ dedicated team of researchers.