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UB Greensfelder Attorneys and Firm Earn Recognition in Legal 500 2026 U.S. City Elite Rankings

July 21, 2026

UB Greensfelder LLP (UBG) is pleased to announce that 13 attorneys have been recognized across five practice areas in the 2026 Midwest edition of The Legal 500 United States City Elite Rankings. In addition, UBG earned Leading Law Firm recognition in Corporate and M&A (Missouri Elite).

The following UB Greensfelder attorneys were recognized in The Legal 500 U.S. City Elite Rankings for 2026:

  • Kirsten Moder Ahmad – Commercial Disputes (Missouri Elite)
  • Cassie L. Barr – Corporate and M&A (Missouri Elite)
  • Edward A. Chod – Corporate and M&A (Missouri Elite)
  • John W. Dillane – Corporate and M&A (Missouri Elite)
  • Vincent J. Garozzo – Corporate and M&A (Missouri Elite)
  • Jackson D. Glisson – Construction (Chicago Elite)
  • Kevin F. Hormuth – Commercial Disputes (Missouri Elite)
  • Jesse R. Lipcius – Construction (Chicago Elite)
  • Kelsey K. McGonigle – Corporate and M&A (Missouri Elite)
  • Tracy R. Ring – Corporate and M&A (Missouri Elite)
  • Michael S. Tucker – Finance & Restructuring (Ohio Elite)
  • Michael N. Ungar – Commercial Disputes (Ohio Elite)
  • Paul F. Woody – Commercial Disputes (Missouri Elite)

The Legal 500 U.S. City Elite Rankings recognize leading lawyers and law firms in major metropolitan markets across the country. Based on independent research that includes client feedback, peer input, and an assessment of market presence and legal work, the 2026 Midwest edition recognized more than 2,000 attorneys from more than 500 firms across key markets, including Chicago, Missouri, and Ohio. The complete 2026 U.S. City Elite Midwest rankings are available on the Legal 500 website.

About UB Greensfelder
UB Greensfelder LLP (UBG) is an Am Law 200 law firm dedicated to exceeding client expectations and delivering superior, customized legal solutions. The firm’s attorneys advise regional, national, and global businesses on a wide range of sophisticated legal matters across more than 25 specialized practice and industry groups. Renowned for its best-in-class client service and litigation excellence, UBG consistently earns top-tier accolades from Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, and Benchmark Litigation. Established in 2024 through the merger of Ulmer & Berne LLP and Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C., UB Greensfelder has quickly emerged as a super-regional powerhouse firm in the Midwest and in top-tier business centers. For more information, please visit www.ubglaw.com. Our Business Begins With You®.

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  • Kirsten Moder Ahmad
  • Cassie L. Barr
  • Edward A. Chod
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  • Jesse R. Lipcius
  • Kelsey K. McGonigle
  • Tracy R. Ring
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  • Michael N. Ungar
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