Listing recognizes the nation’s top young lawyers

Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea, BenMaier & Eastham PLLC (SBSB Eastham) is pleased to announce that partners Colten Chapman, Melissa Miller and Rasha Zeyadeh have been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation guide, a listing of outstanding attorneys who are early in their careers but already making significant contributions shaping the future of law.

Lawdragon describes this year’s honorees as “mesmerizing, multi-talented, dedicated, focused.”

A partner in SBSB Eastham’s Houston office, Mr. Chapman was recognized for litigation and workers' compensation. He defends claims under the Defense Base Act and the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. He also handles a broad array of work for domestic and international clients.

Ms. Miller was recognized for litigation and workers’ compensation work. A partner in SBSB Eastham’s New Orleans office, she focuses on insurance defense, primarily on claims under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, the War Hazards Compensation Act and the Defense Base Act.

Ms. Zeyadeh, a partner in SBSB Eastham’s Dallas office, was recognized for personal injury and labor & employment law. Her work includes advising and defending employers and individuals in matters ranging from discrimination and harassment claims to wage and hour regulations and breach of contract. She also handles personal injury, transportation and insurance defense.

“We are incredibly proud to see Colten, Melissa and Rasha recognized alongside so many talented attorneys across the country,” said SBSB Eastham Managing Partner John Schouest. “Their inclusion affirms our commitment to nurturing the next generation of legal talent and delivering exceptional service to our clients.”

Honorees are selected through a rigorous editorial process that combines peer nominations, independent research and journalistic vetting. Read the full list of honorees here.

SBSB Eastham is a group of experienced attorneys who have come together to form a law firm focused on client needs. The firm’s goal is to be the go-to resource at every stage of the legal process, bringing deeper experience, deeper commitment and deeper insights to help solve the most complex issues. In consultation or in the courtroom, the firm will aggressively pursue a client’s best interests. For more information, visit www.sbsb-eastham.com.

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