Four attorneys from Baker Donelson have earned top rankings as leading practitioners in the 2020 Chambers High Net Worth (HNW) guide, the fifth edition of the guide which covers the private wealth market.

John P. "Jack" Edgar and Matthew A. Mace, shareholders in Baker Donelson's Baltimore office, are recognized in the area of Private Wealth Law with Band 1 rankings, the top tier of rankings in Chambers, making them among the top six attorneys ranked in the state.

Mr. Edgar advises high net worth clients in estate and trust planning and administration, as well as related tax and business succession planning issues.

Mr. Mace is known for his ability to leverage sophisticated estate planning techniques as well as for his counsel on the implementation and operation of qualified and non-qualified employee benefit plans.

Two additional Baker Donelson attorneys were recognized in the 2020 Chambers High Net Worth guide in the area of Private Wealth Law with Band 1 rankings.

• Christopher J. Coats (Tennessee)
• Leonard C. Martin (Mississippi)

Baker Donelson was also recognized in the publication's Private Wealth Law practice group rankings in three states.

• Maryland (Band 1)
• Mississippi (Band 2)
• Tennessee (Band 2)

The Chambers HNW guide covers private wealth management work and related specialties in key jurisdictions around the world, featuring in-depth editorial about the leading lawyers and law firms for wealthy individuals and families.