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Oliver Maner Recognized as Best Law Firm in 20 Legal Categories by Best Lawyers

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Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

 Oliver Maner, a full-service law firm with a history of more than 125 years of representing clients in Georgia, South Carolina and throughout the United States, is proud to announce it has been included on the Best Lawyers 2025 list of “Best Law Firms” in a total of 20 practice areas. This marks a four-category increase from the firm's 2024 recognition, solidifying Oliver Maner's commitment to excellence.

 
Best Lawyers®, a globally respected legal ranking service, acknowledges Oliver Maner's dedication to providing the highest quality legal services through its accomplished lawyers and dedicated support staff. These prestigious awards further emphasize the firm's commitment to service and excellence.
 
In the 2025 Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking, the highest award for excellence, Oliver Maner added two specialty areas of law for a total of 13 categories:

  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

  • Commercial Litigation

  • Litigation - Construction

  • Litigation - Real Estate

  • Litigation - Trusts and Estates

  • Mediation

  • Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants

  • Municipal Law

  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

  • Real Estate Law

  • Tax Law

  • Trusts and Estates Law 

In the Metropolitan Tier 2 rankings, Oliver Maner increased their awards from five in 2024 to seven for 2025. The firm was recognized for:

  • Bet-the-Company Litigation 

  • Corporate Law 

  • Employment Law - Individuals

  • Land Use and Zoning Law 

  • Litigation - Labor and Employment

  • Litigation - Municipal 

  • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants 

Since 1897, Oliver Maner has consistently provided exceptional legal representation to individuals, families, and businesses in Savannah, the surrounding region, and throughout the United States. The firm specializes in finding solutions to complex legal challenges, ensuring the best possible outcomes for each client.
 
"Our lawyers have exceptional talent and are invaluable assets to both our clients and our community," said Patrick T. O'Connor, Managing Partner at Oliver Maner. "They are among the top lawyers in the state, and this recognition is a reflection of hard work and dedication."
 
The Best Lawyers recognition is based on an exhaustive peer review process. Each year, Best Lawyers surveys thousands of lawyers across the country to identify the top legal practitioners in their respective fields. Lawyers are asked to rate their peers based on their professional ability, experience and ethical standards.
 
 For more information, visit https://www.bestlawyers.com/.