Akerman is proud to announce that 11 of its litigators have been recognized among Benchmark Litigation’s 40 & Under list. The annual ranking recognizes top emerging litigation talent throughout the United States. Eligibility criteria include experience handling major litigation and input on individuals by clients and peers.
The 2025 Akerman honorees include the following:
- Sara Brubaker, Orlando
- Eric Coleman, Fort Lauderdale and Miami
- Erica Gomer, Fort Lauderdale and Miami
- Howard (‘Jay’) Harrington, Jacksonville
- Xakema Henderson, Houston
- Donnie King, Fort Lauderdale and Miami
- Monica Kovecses, Orlando
- Ildefonso (‘Dito’) Mas, Miami and Washington D.C.
- Jasmine Pitt, Winston-Salem
- Mark Shutt, Houston
- Jamie Shyman, New York
About Akerman
Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers in 25 offices throughout the United States.