Achieving a tiered ranking in U.S. News – Best Lawyers^® “Best Law Firms” signals a unique combination of quality law practice and breadth of legal expertise. Ranked firms, presented in three tiers, are recognized on a national and regional-based scale. Firms that received a tier designation reflect the highest level of respect a firm can earn among other leading lawyers and clients from the same communities and practice areas.

From potential clients and representatives of Fortune 1000 companies to small business owners and individuals, the “Best Law Firms” rankings provide a credible and reliable resource to assist in finding the right firm for their needs.