2026 Super Lawyers® Honors for Claggett & Sykes Trial Lawyers

We’re proud to share that multiple attorneys at Claggett & Sykes Trial Lawyers have earned recognition in the 2026 edition of the Mountain States Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. It’s humbling to see our team’s hard work, trial results, and commitment to safer communities earn us spots on these exclusive lists!

About Super Lawyers®

Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a research-driven, peer-influenced rating service recognizing outstanding attorneys who have achieved a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Each year, no more than 5% of attorneys are named to Super Lawyers, and no more than 2.5% are named to Rising Stars through a patented multiphase selection process that includes nominations, independent research, and peer evaluations.

2026 Super Lawyers List

Sean Claggett – Partner & Lead Trial Lawyer

Sean leads complex catastrophic injury and wrongful death trials nationwide, including record-setting verdicts such as a $485 million sexual-abuse verdict and multiple eight and nine-figure results. He’s recognized for data-driven trial strategy, courtroom leadership, and training lawyers across the country.

Micah Echols – Appellate Lawyer & Head of Appellate Division

Micah has handled 300+ civil appellate matters in state and federal courts, including arguments before the Nevada Supreme Court and the Ninth Circuit. He’s a frequent author and editor on appellate practice and is licensed to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Michael J. Gayan – Partner, Mass Torts & Class Actions

Michael has helped recover hundreds of millions for clients, including work on In re: Kitec Fitting Litigation, the largest class action lawsuit in Nevada. He regularly publishes on class actions and complex litigation and has appeared before trial and appellate courts nationwide.

Jennifer Morales – Trial Lawyer, Medical Malpractice Team Lead

Jennifer leads the firm’s medical malpractice team and was part of the trial team that secured the $485 million verdict against Acadia Healthcare, Inc. As a former defense partner, she brings deep insight into how insurers and healthcare defendants litigate high-stakes cases.

Brian Blankenship – Partner, Personal Injury

Brian focuses on serious personal injury cases, including motor-vehicle collisions and premises liability matters. A former business-litigation attorney and founder of a PI practice, he’s been recognized by Super Lawyers Rising Stars and Nevada Business Magazine’s Legal Elite.

2026 Rising Stars List

Christian Augustin – Partner, Pre-Litigation Department Lead

Christian oversees pre-litigation strategy and resolution for injury clients and serves in multiple professional leadership roles, including as a consumer member on the Chiropractic Physicians’ Board of Nevada. He’s a frequent CLE speaker and has been named to Mountain States Rising Stars.

Geordan Logan – Trial Lawyer

A U.S. Air Force veteran and former public defender, Geordan brings a powerful courtroom presence to complex injury trials. He was on the trial teams that earned a Top 10 Most Impressive Plaintiff Verdicts (2022) recognition and the $485 million Acadia Healthcare verdict.

Scott Lundy – Trial Lawyer

Scott supports trial teams in personal injury, product defect, and bad-faith cases and has been recognized as a Mountain States Rising Star. He’s earned multiple CALI Awards and contributes across discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.

Shannon Wise – Trial Lawyer, Medical Malpractice & Nursing Home

Shannon tries medical malpractice, nursing home, and complex injury cases and is a frequent author and presenter on spoliation, case management, and med-mal practice. She’s been named a Mountain States Rising Star (2020-2025) and a Nevada Justice Association Rising Star (2024).

Please join us in congratulating our 2026 honorees on these well-earned recognitions!

Claggett & Sykes, Las Vegas and Reno attorneys

From Las Vegas to Reno, our focus is on protecting people through trial work that changes lives and improves safety. With $2.5+ billion in verdicts and settlements, 150+ jury trials, and a dedicated attorney team, we prepare every case for trial.

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