Snell & Wilmer Partner Kevin Brown Honored as a 2026 Veteran Leader of Influence by the San Diego Business Journal

SAN DIEGO – Snell & Wilmer is pleased to announce that San Diego Partner Kevin M. Brown has been recognized as an honoree for the San Diego Business Journal’s Veteran Leaders of Influence. The recognition celebrates military veterans who demonstrate outstanding leadership, service, and professional accomplishments while making meaningful contributions to San Diego’s business community. Honorees are recognized for their continued impact on their industries and their commitment to strengthening the region through innovation, leadership, and community involvement.

Brown focuses his practice on employment law and business litigation, representing employers in a wide range of disputes, including wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour class actions, PAGA actions, whistleblower claims, restrictive covenants, trade secrets, and accommodation matters. He also handles commercial litigation and has provided workplace training on harassment and retaliation prevention to thousands of individuals.

A decorated military veteran, Brown served as a combat aviator and AH-1W Super Cobra attack helicopter instructor pilot in the U.S. Marine Corps before entering private practice in 2016. During his military service, he completed three combat deployments and earned eight Air Medals in recognition of his performance. He continues to serve as a Lieutenant Colonel (Judge Advocate) in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. Beyond his military and legal careers, Brown is dedicated to helping fellow veterans navigate the transition to civilian jobs, regularly participating in panels and mentoring to provide guidance and insight to servicemembers transitioning from military service—particularly within the legal profession.