Announcing the 2021 "Best Law Firms" Rankings

Best Law Firms Informational Webinar

by Best Lawyers

The Best Law Firms team hosted a webinar this week highlighting the importance of the submission process and answered law firm questions about presenting clients, professional references and law firm surveys.

Best Law Firms® Research Has Begun

by Best Lawyers

Best Law Firms® rankings are annually produced awards recognizing the top law firms across the United States. We are here to offer insight into the submission process for all eligible firms.

Thirteen Years of Excellence

by Best Lawyers

For the 13th consecutive year, “Best Law Firms” has awarded the most elite and talented law firms across the country through a thorough and trusted data review process.

All Together With Pride: The Best Lawyers Team Volunteers During Pride Month

by Megan Edmonds

Offering time, muscle power, donations and more, the Best Lawyers team supports local advocacy groups’ events.

Announcing the 2022 Best Lawyers in Japan

by Best Lawyers

The results include an elite field of top lawyers and firms.

Hey, Big Lender

by Catherine M. Brennan and Latif Zaman

A contentious proposed federal rule would establish “true lender” guidelines for banks and third parties. Does Colorado show the way forward?

A Decade of Excellence

by Joseph Begonis

Nine firms weigh in on issues that will shape the legal industry in 2020.

A Global Approach to Settlement

by Bradley A. Klein, Gretchen M. Wolf, Mayra C. Suárez and Peter Y. Cheun

The Department of Justice, in pursuit of companies whose transgressions cross borders, increasingly credits other countries’ fines to avoid “piling on.”

Property Rights...and Wrongs

by Chad Cooper and Steven S. Kaufman

Winning a legal battle often boils down to finding and targeting the weakest part of an opponent’s case. Four recent real estate disputes in northeast Ohio are good examples.

Uninsured Flying Objects

by Claire O'Rourke, Laura Beth Cohen and Marialuisa S. Gallozzi

As drones and other “unmanned aerial vehicles” increasingly crowd the skies, the law—and insurance policies—will have to figure out how best to bring them back safely to terra firma.

A Sea Change on Land

by Linda A. Klein and Suneel Gupta

Autonomous vehicles will revolutionize almost every area of the law. Here’s a look at what’s rapidly approaching.

Q&A with Ricardo Coelho and Júlio César Bueno of 2018 Brazilian “Law Firm of the Year” Pinheiro Neto Advogados’ Project Finance and Development Practice

by Best Lawyers

Can you tell me about the characteristics that make up your law firm and the project finance in development practice that led to being recognized as a “Law Firm of the Year”?

FinTech at the Crossroads

by Rob Scavone, Pat Forgione, Tayleigh Armstrong, and Kelly Kan

Regulating the Revolution

Special Aspects for Attracting Investments into Ukrainian Agribusiness

by Dmytro Alexandrov

Current Status of Image Rights Structures in Spain

by Eduardo Montejo

Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Advisory

by John Hickman & Ashley Gillihan

Navigating the Winding Highway of Wellness Program Compliance: A GPS for the EEOC’s Wellness Program Rules

Whistleblower Legislation Opens the Doors for More International Claims

by Justin Smulison

An Anti-Money Laundering Act, part of a recently passed Omnibus Budget in the U.S. Senate, is expanding protection for whistleblowers both domestically and internationally.

The Best Lawyers in South Africa™ 2023

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers proudly announces lawyers recognized in South Africa for 2023.

Announcing the 2023 The Best Lawyers in America Honorees

by Best Lawyers

Only the top 5.3% of all practicing lawyers in the U.S. were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 29th edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

Best Lawyers Voting Is Now Open

by Best Lawyers

Voting has begun in several countries across the globe, including the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe. Below we offer dates, details and answers to voting-related questions to assist with the voting process.

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America for 2023

by Best Lawyers

The third edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ highlights the legal talent of lawyers who have been in practice less than 10 years.

Rising Transfer Taxes

by Angus C. Beverly

Transfer taxes in California are becoming a statewide trend with potentially national implications. Here is a breakdown of the effects in several cities.

Could Reign Supreme End with the Queen?

by Sara Collin

Canada is revisiting the notion of abolishing the monarchy after Queen Elizabeth II’s passing, but many Canadians and lawmakers are questioning if Canada could, should and would follow through.

Famous Songs Unprotected by Copyright Could Mean Royalties for Some

by Michael B. Fein

A guide to navigating copyright claims on famous songs.

Announcing The Best Lawyers in Australia™ 2023

by Best Lawyers

The results include an elite field of top lawyers and firms from Australia.

What the Courts Say About Recording in the Classroom

by Christina Henagen Peer and Peter Zawadski

Students and parents are increasingly asking to use audio devices to record what's being said in the classroom. But is it legal? A recent ruling offer gives the answer to a question confusing parents and administrators alike.

Announcing the 2023 The Best Lawyers in Canada Honorees

by Best Lawyers

The Best Lawyers in Canada™ is entering its 17th edition for 2023. We highlight the elite lawyers awarded this year.

The Upcycle Conundrum

by Karen Kreider Gaunt

Laudable or litigious? What you need to know about potential copyright and trademark infringement when repurposing products.

Caffeine Overload and DUI Tests

by Daniel Taylor

While it might come as a surprise, the over-consumption of caffeine could trigger a false positive on a breathalyzer test.

Wage and Overtime Laws for Truck Drivers

by Greg Mansell

For truck drivers nationwide, underpayment and overtime violations are just the beginning of a long list of problems. Below we explore the wages you are entitled to but may not be receiving.

Choosing a Title Company: What a Seller Should Expect

by Roy D. Oppenheim

When it comes to choosing a title company, how much power exactly does a seller have?

2022: Another Banner Year

by John Fields

Block O’Toole & Murphy continues to secure some of New York’s highest results for personal injury matters.