Stuart & Branigin LLP has named Anthony S. (Tony) Benton as its first Managing Partner.  As Managing Partner, Mr. Benton will serve as the chief executive officer of the firm providing primary leadership in the areas of strategic planning, financial performance, marketing, client satisfaction and firm governance. He will continue to represent clients in a broad range of environmental and education-related legal disciplines.

Tony joined the firm in 1976 and became a partner in 1981.  He earned his J.D. from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law and his B.A. from The University of Illinois and has held leadership roles in numerous professional, civic and charitable organizations throughout his career.