This summer, multiple Dentons Davis Brown lawyers were recognized by Chambers High Net Worth Guide in the area of Private Wealth Law.

Chambers is a global organization and renowned legal research directory. This spring, 16 other Dentons Davis Brown attorneys and five practice areas were honored as well.

The Team

Commenting on the strength of the overall team, one interviewee said: "they are very good and very professional," adding, "they are very knowledgeable and prompt." A market source said: “They are very knowledgeable, very professional and high-quality," adding: “they do a fantastic job for their clients.”

New This Year

Jana Weiler is newly ranked in the High Net Worth Guide. Jana assists individuals and families with transferring wealth in various stages of life, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. This includes assistance in nominating individuals to handle financial matters, coordinating beneficiary designations with the estate plan, determining whether probate avoidance is appropriate, and planning for an unexpected life event.

References say of Jana “[she] is extremely prompt in her responses and knowledgeable in the areas of estate, tax and trust administration," and “she has been an extremely valuable resource to our clients." Another source describes her as "very professional" with a "very polished style," stating: "She is very friendly, approachable and pleasant."

Attorney Rankings

Breanna Young and Thomas Houser are also ranked Band 2 in Private Wealth Law.

Breanna provides guidance to individuals, families, farmers, and small businesses on how to develop complex estate plans including care plans for family members with disabilities, create succession plans, establish businesses, and optimize their estate planning. Breanna has particular knowledge advising same-sex couples and transgender individuals on their estate planning. References said: “She is a strong advocate for her clients" who “is very talented and has a lot of expertise in what she does.” Another person describes her as “knowledgeable, professional, and responsive.”

Tom helps high net worth individuals, business owners, and farmers and landowners create comprehensive estate plans. He works closely with his clients to determine their goals and develop a plan to ensure their goals are met in the most tax-efficient manner. References describe Tom as "extremely knowledgeable and sophisticated in estate and trust administration," and is “working hard and doing good.”

About Chambers & Partners

Based in London, Chambers & Partners is one of the premier directories for legal services. Using client and peer interviews conducted by a team of more than 200 researchers, Chambers USA ranks law firms and individual lawyers on technical legal abilities, professional conduct, commercial vision and business understanding, diligence, value, and the level of client service they have performed in addition to other qualities valued most by clients. Practice area rankings also include an evaluation of the depth of the team.

About Dentons Davis Brown

Dentons Davis Brown PC is a progressive, full-service Iowa law firm committed to delivering practical, useful legal advice to clients - from individuals to Fortune 500 companies. Founded in 1929, the firm is the largest in Iowa, and as part of Dentons, the world’s largest law firm, connected to talent in over 80 countries. Dentons' polycentric and purpose-driven approach, commitment to inclusion and diversity, and world-class talent challenge the status quo to advance client and community interests in the New Dynamic. Learn more at www.dentons.com/ddb