Five HRMM&L Attorneys Named to 2026 Best Lawyers in America®
Hamburg, Rubin, Mullin, Maxwell & Lupin is proud to announce that five of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for their exceptional legal skill and dedication to clients.
Honorees include:
Steven H. Lupin – Commercial Litigation
Steve Lupin has extensive experience handling complex commercial and personal injury litigation. A former Managing Partner of the firm, he is widely recognized for his trial skills and strategic approach to high-stakes cases. Named the 2012 James P. Fox “Trial Lawyer of the Year,” Steve has also served as President of both the Montgomery Bar Association and the Montgomery Bar Foundation.
J. Edmund Mullin – Land Use and Zoning Law; Real Estate Law
Co-chair of the firm’s Real Estate and Land Use Department, Ed Mullin has more than 50 years of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies, emerging businesses, and developers through zoning, land use, and real estate matters. He is known for building strong relationships with municipal officials and crafting practical, effective solutions to complex regulatory issues.
Christen G. Pionzio – Land Use and Zoning Law
Christen Pionzio is a highly accomplished attorney known for her skill in guiding developers, municipalities, and private clients through zoning, land use, and real estate matters. She serves as Solicitor to multiple townships and zoning boards, frequently handles high-profile projects, and is recognized for her practical problem-solving approach, anticipating challenges and keeping complex transactions on track.
William G. Roark – Cannabis Law
Managing Partner of the firm, Bill Roark focuses his practice on environmental litigation, regulatory compliance, and Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana industry. Chair of the firm’s Cannabis Law Practice and Co-Chair of the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Medical Marijuana and Hemp Law Committee, Bill is recognized statewide for his leadership in this evolving area of law.
Carl N. Weiner – Land Use and Zoning Law; Litigation; Real Estate Law
Carl Weiner is widely regarded as a leading attorney in association law, having helped develop more than 150 condominium and homeowners’ associations. His work spans zoning litigation, land development, real estate financing, and eminent domain cases, with a reputation for delivering innovative strategies on complex, high-value transactions.
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