Nine Woods Rogers Attorneys Named “Lawyer of the Year” in Three Cities

Woods Rogers attorneys have a reputation for legal excellence in their local communities, across Virginia, and across the nation. As a result, 10 attorneys from Roanoke, Richmond, and Norfolk were named to the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers in America. This recognition is given to attorneys who receive the highest feedback from their peers during Best Lawyers’ review process.

Norfolk, VA

Adam S. Rafal
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Mark T. Coberly
Transportation Law

Roanoke, VA

Alexander I. Saunders
Tax Law
Trusts and Estates

Brooke C. Rosen
Family Law

James W. Jennings Jr.
Railroad Law

King F. Tower
Employment Law - Management

Thomas M. Winn III
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Victor O. Cardwell
Labor Law - Management

Richmond, VA

Joseph Spruill
Financial Services Regulation Law

Other acknowledgements given to Woods Rogers attorneys include listings in Best Lawyers of America and “Ones to Watch.”

Best Lawyers lists are compiled based on an exhaustive evaluation. Attorneys are reviewed by their peers based on professional expertise and undergo an authentication process to ensure they are in current practice and in “good standing.” Only one lawyer is recognized as the "Lawyer of the Year" for a specialty and metropolitan location per edition.