Schwabe is pleased to announce 11 of its lawyers have been named to Alaska Business magazine’s 2026 Legal Elite list, a peer-nominated recognition of the state’s most respected legal professionals. The honorees span seven practice areas, reflecting the firm’s broad capabilities and deep commitment to serving clients in Alaska.

Now in its fourth year, the Legal Elite list is compiled through nominations submitted by Alaska-licensed lawyers who identify colleagues they consider to be exceptional in the field.

Schwabe lawyers named to the 2026 Legal Elite list include:

• Alaska Native Law: Christopher Slottee and Molly Gunther
• Appellate Law: Matthew Singer
• Aviation, Maritime, and Transportation Law: Molly Henry, William Wright, and Zach Forrester
• Employment Law: Howard Trickey
• Environmental Law: Connie Sue Martin and Trevor Gruwell
• Estate Planning: Amanda Afshar
• New Lawyers: Sam Schimmel
• Real Estate: Peter Scully

This year’s honors underscore Schwabe’s continued investment in its Alaska practice, which provides legal advice on issues including Alaska Native Corporations, natural resources, employment, real estate, and estate planning matters.

Schwabe’s Alaska lawyers serve companies in a range of industries that are vital to the state’s economy, including maritime, energy, natural resources, employment, government contracting, healthcare, and tribal affairs. Its presence in Anchorage allows it to combine local knowledge with the resources of a full-service regional firm.