Goldberg Segalla is pleased to announce that our Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation and Counsel, Employment and Labor, and Global Insurance Services practice groups have earned rankings in the 2025 Chambers USA Guide. Additionally, attorneys Christopher J. Belter, David L. Brown, Michael A. Hamilton, David S. Osterman, and Christopher P. Maugans all earned individual rankings in this year’s edition. These practice groups and attorneys were recognized in New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania.

Chambers USA is an independent research company that provides comprehensive rankings and insight into the world’s leading lawyers based on extensive client interviews and a rigorous evaluation process led by more than 200 analysts. Firms are evaluated based on a variety of factors such as legal ability, client service, commercial vision, business understanding, diligence, value, and depth of team. Attorneys are also individually ranked based on client feedback regarding their legal knowledge, experience, ability, effectiveness, and client service.

The following Goldberg Segalla practice groups are ranked by Chambers and Partners in the outlet’s 2025 Chambers USA Guide:

2025 Practice Group Rankings:

• Commercial Litigation, Upstate New York
• Construction Litigation and Counsel, New York
• Employment and Labor, Upstate New York
• Global Insurance Services, Pennsylvania

The following Goldberg Segalla attorneys are ranked by Chambers and Partners in the outlet’s 2025 Chambers USA Guide:

Christopher J. Belter

• Construction, Band 3, New York
• Litigation: General Commercial, Band 3, Upstate New York

David L. Brown

• Insurance, Band 1, North Carolina

Michael A. Hamilton

• Insurance, Band 2, Pennsylvania

Christopher P. Maugans

• Labor and Employment, Band 3, Upstate New York

David S. Osterman

• Litigation: Product Liability, Band 3, New Jersey

Commercial Litigation

Goldberg Segalla’s Commercial Litigation practice group again earned a Band 3 ranking in the Litigation: General Commercial category for Upstate New York.

Chambers USA commended the practice for its “commitment to excellence” and wide range of legal services, spanning routine counsel to complex litigation arising from multi-jurisdictional transactions, shareholder disputes, class actions, and intellectual property conflicts. Client feedback said the practice is “strategic, responsive, and easy to work with.”

Christopher J. Belter, partner and Chief Operating Officer, also earned a Band 3 ranking as an individual attorney in the Litigation: General Commercial category for Upstate New York for the tenth consecutive year. Chambers USA recognized Belter for his strong capabilities in securities litigation and energy-related disputes.

Construction

Goldberg Segalla’s Construction Litigation and Counsel practice group earned a Band 4 ranking in the Construction category for all of New York State. Clients cited the following about the practice group: “A full-service law firm with highly qualified attorneys in major cities across the country.”

Consistently noted for his versatility and ability to handle large-scale energy infrastructure projects, Belter also earned an individual Band 3 ranking in the Construction category for New York State. One construction client noted, “He’s smart, practical, and takes the time to understand the client’s business and goals.”

Employment and Labor

Goldberg Segalla’s Employment and Labor practice group again earned a Band 2 ranking in the Labor and Employment category for Upstate New York.

Chambers USA emphasized the group’s “strong knowledge of public sector labor and employment law” as the firm has built a top-notch reputation in numerous labor matters, including dismissal challenges, a diverse range of discrimination claims, labor relations, employment contracts, and collective bargaining.

Buffalo-based partner Christopher P. Maugans, vice chair of the firm’s nationwide Employment and Labor practice group, earned an individual Band 3 ranking in the Labor and Employment category for Upstate New York. Clients highlighted Maugans’ litigation skill as well as his commitment to client service: “Chris is an excellent attorney. He is very responsive and knowledgeable in all areas of concern. Chris is also approachable and easy to work with.”

Insurance

Goldberg Segalla’s Global Insurance Services practice group earned a Band 3 ranking in the Insurance category for Pennsylvania.

Philadelphia-based partner Michael A. Hamilton earned an individual Band 2 ranking in the Insurance category for Pennsylvania. As a leader of the firm’s Global Insurance Services team in Pennsylvania, clients pointed to his leadership abilities and insurance knowledge: “He’s a leader in the field who knows what he’s talking about.”

Greensboro-based partner David L. Brown, co-chair of the firm’s national Global Insurance Services practice group, earned a Band 1 ranking in the Insurance category for North Carolina, which is an elite distinction that reflects his superior achievement and dedication to our clients. Clients surveyed pointed out, “David understands the collegiality in North Carolina better than anyone. He’s top tier in this field.”

Product Liability

Princeton-based partner David S. Osterman again earned an individual Band 3 ranking in the Litigation: Product Liability category for New Jersey.

Osterman is credited by Chambers USA for being “a highly regarded lawyer in the product liability space and is known for his work in civil action matters and class action litigation.”