Legal Insights
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island – August 20, 2026 – DarrowEverett LLP is proud to announce that 17 attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 editions of two Best Lawyers publications, The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
This recognition is a reflection of our attorneys’ exemplary work with both clients and colleagues.
The Best Lawyers in America®
Best Lawyers in America honorees are selected through a peer-review process evaluating professional excellence within specific practice areas and geographic regions. The firm’s recognized attorneys span 13 practice areas and 4 locations, including:
- Joshua A. Berlinsky – Commercial Finance Law, Land Use and Zoning Law, and Real Estate Law
- Julie Bradlow – Tax Law
- Sean O. Coffey – Energy Regulatory Law, Environmental Law, and Litigation – Environmental
- Timothy J. Conlon – Family Law and Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
- Eric R. Everett – Real Estate Law
- Nicholas Hemond – Family Law
- Sarah Oster Kelly – Litigation – Trusts and Estates
- Jon Restivo – Real Estate Law
- Gabriel Saade – Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
- Kelley Morris Salvatore – Land Use and Zoning Law, Litigation – Land Use and Zoning, and Municipal Law
“We are proud to see this exceptional group of attorneys recognized by their peers. Their dedication, expertise and leadership continue to elevate the standard of excellence across the legal profession,” said Phil Greer, CEO of Best Lawyers.
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch®
In addition to the 7 attorneys named among the Best Lawyers in America, DarrowEverett also saw 10 attorneys awarded honors by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch honors rising attorneys who have demonstrated outstanding professional excellence in private practice early in their careers. Selected through a rigorous peer-review process, these honorees represent an elite group within the legal profession.
Less than one percent of lawyers nationwide receive a Ones to Watch recognition, making inclusion a remarkable distinction and a strong indicator of future leadership within the profession.
The firm’s recognized attorneys span 9 practice areas and 2 locations, including:
- Joseph Baxter – Government Relations Practice and Land Use and Zoning Law
- Andrew Howayeck – Banking and Finance Law and Corporate Law
- Andrew S. Mello – Banking and Finance Law and Corporate Law
- Julia Nasiek – Family Law
- Laura Nicholson – DUI / DWI Defense and Family Law
- Hannah Sfameni – Commercial Litigation and Labor and Employment Law – Management
- Zachary Valentine – Corporate Law and Real Estate Law
About BestLawyers®
Best Lawyers® is the most established global network of legal professionals, providing elite lawyers and law firms with tools to enhance visibility, credibility and client engagement. Built on a rigorous peer-review process, Best Lawyers delivers data-driven legal recognition while offering industry insights and tech-forward marketing solutions. Powering Best Law Firms®, we simplify the law firm selection process, fostering confidence between firms and clients. Learn more at www.bestlawyers.com and www.bestlawfirms.com.
To search for recognized attorneys by location and specialty, visit www.bestlawyers.com.