12 Attorneys Honored as 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars; Verlan Kwan Selected as a Top 50 Women Lawyer

Super Lawyers Recognitions

Keystone is proud to announce that 12 of our attorneys have been recognized by Super Lawyers in 2026.

“Our team continues to raise the bar,” said Managing Partner Shawn Kerendian. “Their focus, expertise, and drive are what make achievements like this possible.”

Eight of our attorneys were selected to the 2026 Southern California Super Lawyers list:

Managing Partner Shawn Kerendian
Partner Jim Bush
Partner Roee Kaufman
Partner Verlan Kwan
Partner Cliff Melnick
Partner Lindsey Munyer
Partner Stefan O’Grady
Partner Joshua Taylor

The Super Lawyers designation is awarded to attorneys who have demonstrated excellence in their field, with selections based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes peer nominations, professional achievements, and independent research. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.

Top 50: Women Southern California

For the fourth consecutive year, Kwan was also named to the Top 50: Women Southern California Super Lawyers list, showcasing leading attorneys from a range of practice areas, all chosen through Super Lawyers’ extensive peer‑evaluation process.

Rising Stars Recognitions

Additionally, four of our attorneys were selected to the 2026 Southern California Rising Stars list:

Partner Monica C. Yun
Senior Associate Edward Babakhani
Senior Associate Joshua Maldonado
Senior Associate Negin Rashidi

The Rising Stars list highlights attorneys under 40 years of age or who have been practicing law for 10 years or less. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor, recognizing the industry’s most promising young professionals.

Keystone Law Group, P.C. is the largest law firm in California solely dedicated to probate litigation and administration. The firm’s attorneys have recovered millions for clients and are experts in handling complex and high-value cases involving disputed probate matters. Keystone’s mission is to deliver excellent results for its clients while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. The firm is regularly recognized at both the firm and attorney level, receiving awards annually for Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Best Law Firms, Great Places to Work, and Best Places to Work So Cal.

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