Melick & Porter, LLP is thrilled to announce the distinguished lawyers who have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch®. This year, we celebrate the exceptional talent and dedication of our legal professionals who have demonstrated outstanding performance and commitment to their clients and the legal community.
Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Lawyers on The Best Lawyers in America list are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by 3.4 million of their peers based on professional expertise and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing. Attorneys cannot pay to be listed; making this a distinct honor.
Melick & Porter LLP would like to congratulate the following lawyers named to 2026 The Best Lawyers in America list:
BOSTON, MA
- Richard E. Heifetz - Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Michael J. Mazurczak - Insurance Law, Litigation - Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, and Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Robert P. Powers - Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Insurance Law, Litigation - Insurance, and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- William P. Rose - Insurance Law
PROVIDENCE, RI
- Kurt A. Rocha - Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
2026 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America highlights the promising talents who are making significant strides in their legal careers. These individuals have shown remarkable potential and dedication to their practice.
Melick & Porter LLP would like to congratulate the following lawyers recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America:
BOSTON, MA
- Brian C. Davis - Litigation - Construction
- Lauren S. Fackler - Litigation - Labor and Employment
SOUTHBURY, CT
- Alexander W. Ahrens - Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
