Pavese Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers in America® and Ones to Watch® in America
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Aug. 21, 2025) – Pavese Law Firm proudly announces that five of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, and two attorneys have been honored in the 2026 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. These recognitions span a variety of practice areas, including environmental law, land use and zoning, government relations, real estate law, and real estate litigation.
Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers® recognizes the outstanding achievements of legal professionals who have demonstrated unparalleled expertise and dedication in their fields. These awards are more than just recognitions—they are a testament to the skill and commitment of lawyers across the country, whose work continues to shape the future of the legal industry.
2026 Best Lawyers in America® Honorees:
- Neale Montgomery
- Environmental Law
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Irene Kennedy Quincey
- Environmental Law
- Katherine English
- Environmental Law
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Charles Mann
- Real Estate Law
- Chené Thompson
- Litigation – Land Use & Zoning
- Litigation – Real Estate
In addition, Katherine English has been named the 2026 “Lawyer of the Year” for Land Use and Zoning Law in the Fort Myers area—a distinction awarded to only one attorney per practice area and geographic region. It reflects the high level of respect a lawyer has earned for their abilities, professionalism, and integrity.
2026 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America Honorees:
These recognitions highlight outstanding early-career attorneys who have been in private practice for 5-9 years for outstanding professional excellence.
- Raychel Thomas
- Environmental Law
- Government Relations Practice
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Stephen Dwyer
- Litigation – Real Estate
- Real Estate Law
About Pavese Law Firm
Pavese Law Firm has grown into one of the largest legal practices in Southwest Florida, with offices in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and West Palm Beach. The firm provides legal services for individuals, families, small businesses, and large corporations. Practice areas include agricultural, banking and finance, business and corporate, civil litigation, condominium and homeowners’ association law, construction, environmental and water, estate planning, probate and trust, land use, zoning and government, and real estate law. Established in 1949 as a one-person general practice firm, Pavese Law Firm has played a significant role in the growth of local businesses, communities, and major development projects in Florida. For more information, call us at (239) 334-2195.