BOSTON, MA, March 7, 2024 – Casner & Edwards attorneys Peter I. Dunn and Renee Inomata have been named 2024 Thomson Reuters Stand-out Lawyers. Honorees are chosen by senior in-house counsel as part of Thomson Reuters’ Sharplegal study, which surveys the legal market on an ongoing basis.

Stand-out Lawyers are recognized for exceptional client satisfaction and advocacy. They are included in a database of over 18,000 client-nominated lawyers in private practice, which is entirely free from law firm influence, and individual lawyers are considered highly regarded by clients globally.

Dunn practices in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, corporate and securities law, and commercial finance. He works with family businesses, private funds, emerging companies and start-ups in a variety of industries ranging from life sciences, medical devices, high-tech, craft brewing, architecture, engineering and finance to construction and specialty manufacturing. Dunn counsels clients on a wide range of matters such as purchase and sales of businesses, company formation, debt and equity financings, employment matters, corporate governance, as well as workouts and restructurings. He often acts as outside general counsel for his clients, advising them on issues ranging from commercial sales terms, vendor contracts, lending, licensing and compliance. 

Inomata focuses her practice on employment law and advises clients on a wide range of high-level, complex employment-related matters. She guides clients through sensitive employment situations with an understanding of the client’s culture, risk adversity and business goals. Clients often rely on her as their outside employment counsel to address a variety of day-to-day workplace issues, including compensation, discipline, discrimination, retaliation, leaves of absence, and wage and hour issues. Inomata also helps companies formulate best strategies for transitioning employees, minimizing risk in re-classifying workers, and developing policies. She also consults on workplace aspects of corporate transactions.

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Casner & Edwards, LLP represents businesses, individuals and institutions across New England and around the world, providing exceptional legal services with a personalized approach. With a rich history and a collaborative team of highly skilled attorneys, the firm has served clients with integrity and professionalism for 50 years. Casner & Edwards is committed to providing partner involvement on every matter and delivering effective solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.