BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Hare Wynn announced today that seven of its attorneys have been selected for inclusion on the 2026 Mid-South Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.

The following attorneys were named to the 2026 Mid-South Super Lawyers list:

  • Leon Ashford
  • David L. Brown, Jr.
  • Bruce J. McKee
  • Ashley Reitz Peinhardt
  • Christopher S. Randolph, Jr.


The following attorneys were named to the
2026 Mid-South Rising Stars list:

  • Neal Gray
  • Monroe Thornton, III


Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters rating service, recognizes outstanding attorneys across more than 70 practice areas through a rigorous, multiphase selection process that combines peer nominations, independent research, and peer evaluations. Attorneys cannot purchase inclusion on the list and cannot nominate themselves. No more than 5% of attorneys in a state are named to the Super Lawyers list each year, and no more than 2.5% are named to the Rising Stars list, which recognizes outstanding attorneys age 40 or under, or in practice for 10 years or less.

“This recognition reflects the regard of our peers across the legal community. We’re proud of the work our attorneys do for our clients every day, and this list is a reflection of that commitment.” – Leon Ashford, Managing Partner and Trial Lawyer

For more than 130 years, Hare Wynn has represented individuals and families in complex personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases across Alabama and throughout the United States. The firm’s attorneys have collectively recovered billions of dollars for their clients and have been recognized by numerous national rating organizations, including Best Lawyers, Chambers USA, and Lawdragon.

About Hare, Wynn, Newell & Newton LLP 

Founded in 1890, Hare Wynn is one of the most respected plaintiffs’ litigation firms in the country. The firm represents clients in personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and other complex civil litigation matters throughout Alabama and nationwide. 

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