Foulston Siefkin LLP Celebrates Recognition for 21 Attorneys in Kansas City

Prestigious Honors in the Legal Community

Kansas City – In a significant achievement, 21 attorneys from Foulston Siefkin LLP have been named in the 2025 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch®. This recognition not only underscores the firm’s commitment to excellence but also highlights the professional integrity and respect its attorneys have earned in their fields.

Impressive Number of Recognitions

A total of 74 attorneys from Foulston Siefkin LLP received accolades in various practice areas. Among them, 19 lawyers were designated as the “Lawyer of the Year” in their respective fields, a reflection of their esteemed positions within the Kansas City legal community.

Understanding the “Lawyer of the Year” Title

The “Lawyer of the Year” honor is awarded to just one lawyer in each practice area and location, emphasizing the high level of regard a lawyer has achieved among peers. This title signifies not only strong professional capabilities but also a deep commitment to ethical practice.

Highlighted Five “Lawyer of the Year” Honors

The following attorneys from Foulston were particularly recognized as the Best Lawyers® 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” for Kansas City, Kansas:

• Tara Eberline – Employment Law – Management, Litigation – Municipal
• Jack Epps – Business Organizations (Including LLCs and Partnerships)
• Scott Nehrbass – Litigation – Real Estate
• Scott Palecki – Health Care Law
• Tony Rupp – Litigation – Land Use and Zoning

Additional Recognitions in Various Practice Areas

In addition to the “Lawyer of the Year” recognitions, the following thirteen attorneys were acknowledged in their respective practice areas:

• Brian Boos – Multiple Litigation Fields including Commercial and Insurance Law
• Daniel Buller – Commercial Litigation
• Vaughn Burkholder – Employment Law – Management
• Joshua T. Hill – Banking and Finance Law
• James D. Oliver – Appellate Practice
• Scott Palecki – Health Care Law
• John Peck – Natural Resources Law
• Jim Zakoura – Energy Law

Rising Stars in the Legal Field

Additionally, Foulston Siefkin LLP celebrates the recognition of eight of its attorneys in the “Ones to Watch” category. These attorneys, who are earlier in their careers, were acknowledged for their potential and dedication to legal excellence:

• Cameron Bernard – Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
• Travis Hanson – Commercial Litigation
• Nancy Musick – Commercial Litigation
• Sarah Otto – Commercial Litigation
• Alex W. Schulte – Business Organizations
• Sarah E. Stula – Appellate Practice
• Eric Turner – Appellate Practice
• Amanda M. Wilwert – Administrative/Regulatory

A Legacy of Legal Excellence

Foulston Siefkin LLP, the largest law firm in Kansas, has been serving a diverse clientele for over 100 years. With offices in Kansas City, Topeka, and Wichita, the firm continues to provide top-notch legal services across various fields including civil litigation, tax, business matters, and healthcare.

For more information about the firm and its attorneys, interested parties are encouraged to visit www.foulston.com.