National law firm Husch Blackwell is pleased to announce it has elected 17 attorneys to the firm’s partnership, effective January 1, 2027.
“Each of these attorneys has demonstrated a relentless commitment to their clients and to raising the bar for what great legal service looks like,” said Jamie Lawless, Husch Blackwell’s Chief Executive. “Their election to the partnership reflects not only the strength of their skill but also the trust they have earned from the clients and colleagues who rely on them every day.”
This year’s class reflects the breadth and depth of Husch Blackwell’s national platform. These attorneys have distinguished themselves across a range of disciplines and industries, earning the confidence of clients who turn to them for practical, forward-looking guidance on their most consequential matters. Their elevation to the partnership underscores the firm’s continued focus on developing leaders who drive results and strengthen client relationships.
The Husch Blackwell partnership class of 2027 includes:
Commercial Litigation
- Theresa Mullineaux, St. Louis
- Kayla Schmidt, Chicago
Corporate, M&A, & Securities
- Kristyn Melvin, Chicago
- Lucas Whited, Kansas City
Healthcare
Labor and Employment
- Rachel Kim-Walter, Kansas City
- Cooper Page, Dallas
- Jennifer Ralph, Chicago
Mass Tort & Product Liability
- Nicole “Nikki” Multer, The Link (Kansas City)
Real Estate
- Patrick Eckelkamp, St. Louis
- Claire LaFont, Chicago
- Megan Mainiero, Dallas
- Taylor Wood, Austin
Tax
Tax Credit Finance & Development
- Charles “Charlie” Miller, St. Louis
- Mary Parmeter, Madison
White Collar, False Claims, & Investigations
Husch Blackwell also elevated nine attorneys to senior counsel, effective January 1, 2027. The senior counsel role recognizes lawyers whose concentrated skill in particular practice areas makes them indispensable members of the firm’s client teams. It is a designation that reflects both sustained professional achievement and a commitment to mentoring colleagues and advancing the firm’s collaborative culture. The 2027 senior counsel class includes:
Commercial Litigation
Corporate, M&A, & Securities
- Thomas “Tom” Chmielnik, Milwaukee
Energy Real Estate
- Brian Chan, The Link (Charlottesville, Virginia)
Intellectual Property
- Michael Febbo, The Link (Madison)
- Alexandra Lynn, The Link (Nashville)
International Trade & Supply Chain
- Emily Mikes, The Link (Cleveland, Ohio)
Mass Tort & Product Liability
- Adam Buddenbohn, The Link (Chattanooga)
- Chelsea Gaudin Favret, The Link (New Orleans)
- Aubree Winkler, The Link (Austin)