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ROANOKE, Va. (JULY 1, 2026) – The Virginia law firm Gentry Locke is pleased to announce that its Managing Partner K. Brett Marston has completed his year-long term as the 87th President of the Virginia State Bar and now serves as immediate past president. “It has been an honor to serve as the 87th President of the Virginia State Bar,” said Marston while reflecting on his year of service. “Gentry Locke has always encouraged its attorneys to take on bar leadership, and I am glad that I did. Leading the VSB’s strategic efforts, getting to meet with fellow bar leaders and members, […]

Richmond I Norfolk, Va. — Gentry Locke is pleased to announce its representation of Nonprofitly in connection with a strategic investment by Ascensus, a leading provider of savings and financial services solutions. The transaction strengthens a long-standing partnership between the two organizations and expands access to education savings opportunities for millions of families nationwide. The investment positions Nonprofitly to further scale its flagship Outcome Tracker platform, which supports Child Savings Account (CSA) programs across 14 states and helps manage more than 6.5 million accounts representing over $3.5 billion in education savings assets. Ascensus and Nonprofitly have collaborated for more than […]

ROANOKE, Va. (June 10, 2026) – The Virginia law firm Gentry Locke is pleased to announce that it has once again been recognized as Best Law Firm – Platinum in The Roanoker magazine’s 2026 Best of Roanoke readers’ poll. The platinum award is the highest honor bestowed in a category. Additionally, Gentry Locke partner Matt W. Broughton, was named Best Lawyer – Gold. “We are honored to be recognized once again by the readers of The Roanoker,” said Managing Partner, K. Brett Marston. “This recognition from the Roanoke community is a meaningful testament to the trust we have built and […]

LYNCHBURG, Va. (June 5, 2026) – The Virginia law firm Gentry Locke is pleased to announce that partner Andrew O. Gay was sworn in as the President of the Lynchburg Bar Association on May 14 at the Boonsboro Country Club. He will serve a one-year term leading the voluntary professional organization, which is dedicated to supporting the legal profession and promoting the administration of justice throughout Lynchburg and the surrounding region. “Andrew has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism, and a deep commitment to serving both the legal profession and the Lynchburg community,” said Managing Partner, K. Brett Marston. “We are proud to see him sworn in […]

ROANOKE, Va. (June 4, 2026) – The Virginia law firm Gentry Locke has been recognized as a leading Virginia law firm by Chambers USA in the practice areas of: Construction Labor & Employment Litigation: General Commercial Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations The firm’s White Collar Defense, Investigations & Compliance practice is ranked Band 2 by Chambers USA. Leader of the practice, Thomas J. Bondurant, is ranked individually in Band 1, and John G. Danyluk is recognized as an Up & Coming attorney. Monica Taylor Monday, Chair of Gentry Locke’s Executive Board, is a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation team, where she leads […]

ROANOKE, Va. (June 3, 2026) – The Virginia law firm Gentry Locke is pleased to announce that Jennifer B. Treadway has joined the firm as an Associate. Treadway will be joining the firm’s General Commercial practice group where she will be working in a variety of specialties including general corporate matters, intellectual property, and privacy law. Prior to joining Gentry Locke full time, Treadway spent the 2025 summer with the firm as a Summer Associate. During law school, she served as a Judicial Intern for the Honorable Justice William D. Cohen of the Vermont Supreme Court. “We are excited to have Jennifer […]

Lynchburg, Va. (May 29, 2026) – The Virginia law firm Gentry Locke is pleased to announce that partner Andrew O. Gay was named to Lynchburg Business Magazine’s 2026 Top 20 Under 40 list. The ranking recognizes individuals who are established business leaders who have a strong record of innovation in their fields, outstanding performance in their businesses, and a clear track record of meaningful community involvement. To read the full honoree list, click here. “Andrew is a standout lawyer who consistently exemplifies excellence in all facets of his practice,” said Managing Partner, K. Brett Marston. “He’s played an integral part […]

ROANOKE, Va. (May 29, 2026) – The Virginia law firm Gentry Locke is excited to welcome seven law students as Summer Associates for the 2026 summer program: John Camacho, Carly Carpenter, Laney Hull, Sam McGuinn, Randall “Randy” Shirey, Brendan Wells, and Cole Younger. These future attorneys bring diverse academic experiences, strong intellectual curiosity, and a shared commitment to excellence in the legal profession. Camacho is pursuing his J.D. at the Washington & Lee School of Law. He will work in our Roanoke office and has earned his bachelor’s degree from Roanoke College. Carpenter is attending William & Mary Law School and will work […]