Four Icard Merrill attorneys named to 2010 Florida Super Lawyers

SARASOTA, FL, November 20, 2010

The law firm of Icard Merrill is proud to congratulate four of its attorneys who were recently named to the 2010 edition of Florida Super Lawyers. This listing is published annually after a rigorous selection process and represents no more than five percent of the attorneys in the state.

The Icard Merrill attorneys who were chosen for this year's list include:

• Thomas F. Icard, Jr.
Category: Construction Litigation
Member of Icard Merrill since 1995

• Arthur D. Ginsburg
Category: Family Law
Member of Icard Merrill since 1988

• Robert G. Lyons
Category: Personal Injury Plaintiff; Medical Malpractice
Member of Icard Merrill since 1986

• Alyssa M. Nohren
Category: Rising Star - Real Estate
Member of Icard Merrill since 2006

"We are thrilled to have such a noteworthy honor bestowed upon four lawyers from our firm," said Mike Furen, Chairman of the Board of Icard Merrill. "It speaks volumes about the professionalism and ethical standards at Icard Merrill. Super Lawyers is an especially significant recognition because it is based on nominations and selection by our peers in the legal profession."

Super Lawyers is a listing of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have achieved an exemplary level of professional achievement and peer recognition. Published as a part of the nationally distributed Super Lawyer Magazine, the listing is intended to be a resource for legal counsel. Only lawyers who may be hired by the public are eligible for nomination. No one may purchase his or her way onto the listing. The lengthy selection process begins with peer nominations and includes independent third-party research. Each potential candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of achievement, with final selections made on a state level.

About Icard Merrill
Established in 1953, the 32 lawyers and 60 employees of Icard Merrill maintain offices in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch and Punta Gorda. Icard Merrill is a full-service law firm with a strong commitment to supporting its communities through its patronage of the arts, civic involvement and significant pro bono contributions of legal services to the indigent.

For more information, call (941) 366-8100 or visit http://www.icardmerrill.com.