Balch Partners Recognized in Legal 500 US Elite Rankings

Balch & Bingham is proud to announce that six partners have been named to the 2026 Legal 500 US Elite rankings, a distinction recognizing attorneys who are delivering exceptional legal work in the most competitive areas of the U.S. legal market. 

The following Balch attorneys earned recognition in the 2026 Legal 500 US Elite rankings for their respective practice areas: 

• Dave Barrett | Corporate and M&A | Georgia
• Marcus Chatterton | Intellectual Property | Southeast
• K.C. Hightower | White Collar Crime | Southeast
• Patrick Krechowski | Real Estate | Florida
• Daniel Martin | White Collar Crime| Southeast
• Pamela Smith | Intellectual Property| Southeast

Legal 500 US Elite selections are based on a rigorous research process that includes interviews with leading practitioners, extensive peer feedback, and analysis of significant matters handled over the past year. 

Balch & Bingham congratulates Dave, Marcus, K.C., Patrick, Daniel and Pamela on their well‑deserved recognition and their continued commitment to delivering exceptional service to clients.