Eight Miller Canfield Attorneys Recognized in The Legal 500 Chicago Elite
Miller Canfield is pleased to announce that eight attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 Chicago Elite for their work in banking and finance, labor and employment, real estate and tax.
The recognized attorneys are:
- Christie Galinski, Tax
- Joseph Huntzicker, Banking & Finance and Real Estate
- John Moran, Real Estate
- Austin Root, Banking & Finance
- James Snyder, Banking & Finance
- Trent Taylor, Banking & Finance
- Glenn Weinstein, Banking & Finance
- Robert Zielinski, Labor & Employment
The results reflect the depth of Miller Canfield’s capabilities in the competitive Chicago legal market. The firm received particularly strong recognition in Banking and Finance, with five attorneys named in the category.
That group includes public finance attorneys Root, Snyder and Weinstein, who advise state and local governments, public authorities, educational institutions, health care organizations and other borrowers and issuers on complex financings. Huntzicker represents financial institutions and businesses in commercial lending, real estate finance and related transactions. Taylor advises financial institutions and other lenders on commercial loan transactions, workouts and creditors’ rights matters.
The individual recognitions also highlight the breadth of the firm’s Chicago-area practices. Galinski advises businesses and individuals on federal, state and local tax matters. Huntzicker and Moran counsel clients on real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development, financing and leasing. Zielinski represents employers in labor relations and employment matters.
The Legal 500 Chicago Elite recognizes leading lawyers practicing in the Chicago market. Rankings are based on independent research, including feedback from clients and other legal professionals.
