Winston-Salem, N.C. — The law firm Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC (Spilman) announced that attorneys Rayford K. “Trip” Adams III and Bryan G. Scott recently were named to Business North Carolina magazine’s 2016 Legal Elite list.

The Legal Elite selection process begins by sending ballots to every member of the North Carolina State Bar living in the state and asking them to answer one question: Of the Tar Heel lawyers whose work you have observed firsthand, whom would you rate among the current best in these categories? The attorneys who receive the most votes then are named to the 2016 Legal Elite list. More information on the selection process can be found at www.businessnc.com.

Adams was recognized for his work in bankruptcy law, in which he has more than 30 years of experience. His primary areas of focus at Spilman are bankruptcy law, creditors’ rights, and commercial disputes and workouts. He is AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, indicating the highest level of professional excellence.

Scott was recognized for his work in construction law. He is co-chair of Spilman’s construction law group, and his practice focuses on construction law and related litigation, as well as commercial and business litigation. He also is AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

About Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC
Spilman Thomas & Battle is a full-service, regional law firm serving local, regional, national and international businesses. Founded in 1864, Spilman has offices in Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Charleston, Morgantown and Wheeling, West Virginia; Harrisburg and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and Roanoke, Virginia.