Law360 named McGuireWoods partner Kayla McCann Marty a 2026 “Rising Star,” recognizing her as one of the top healthcare law practitioners under age 40 in the country. The legal newswire profiled Marty in an Aug. 19, 2026, story.
Based in the firm’s Charlotte, North Carolina, office, Marty was recognized for guiding clients through complex healthcare transactions, such as a medical group’s acquisition by a medical management provider and a separate medical group’s acquisition of individual practices.
Noting how deals can lead to medical groups expanding and reaching more patients, she said, “I think healthcare in the legal space can impact people even in more ways than what many realize.”
Marty joined McGuireWoods as an associate from William & Mary Law School and rose to partner, focusing her practice on healthcare joint ventures, growth strategies and mergers and acquisitions. She said McGuireWoods’ collaborative culture allows her to serve as clients’ single point of contact for both corporate and healthcare-specific matters.
“I think our clients view us not only as legal advisers but also as business partners,” Marty said.
Law360’s Rising Stars awards honor attorneys under 40 who have achieved notable success early in their careers. Marty’s recognition underscores McGuireWoods’ deep bench of healthcare and transactional talent.