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Announcing the 2022 Best Lawyers™ in Italy

Best Lawyers

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

Announcing the 2022 Best Lawyers™ in France

Best Lawyers

The results include an elite field of top lawyers and firms, including our inaugural Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch recipients.

Announcing the 2021-2022 Best Lawyers™ in Belgium

Best Lawyers

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

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Morrison & Foerster Attorney Randy Bullard’s LGBTI Advocacy

Greg Sirico

Randy Bullard, a Best Lawyers® listed attorney practicing at Morrison & Foerster, is an LGBTQI advocate and pioneer for change around the world.

Elections Dustup

Rachel Shrewsbury

Two election security bills working their way through the Texas House and Senate are creating divisions within the Texas GOP and meeting stiff opposition from many who view them as voter suppression.

The Best Lawyers in Texas

Best Lawyers

Our 2021 Best Lawyers in Texas publication features top-ranked legal talent and legal insights from Texas' top lawyers.

How best to rectify the substantial gender imbalance in the legal profession—and the courtroom? Harness the legend of a butt-kicking Greek goddess and the collective power of six talented trial lawyers.

Striking a Balance

Cecily T. Barclay

As you navigate your legal career, regular honest assessments of your professional, personal, and civic responsibilities and achievements will help you make the most of each.

Fighting for Justice, Fighting for Change

Best Lawyers

Dallas trial attorneys Michael Lyons and Christopher Simmons find motivation in the pursuit of justice.

A Trial Icon Joins a Legal Powerhouse

John Fields

Dan Cogdell on moving his renowned criminal defense practice to Jones Walker LLP.

Exceptional Advocacy

Justin Smulison

Two-time Personal Injury “Lawyer of the Year”, Daniel J.T. Sciano, reflects on the uniqueness and successes of his 40th year as one of San Antonio’s top litigators

Winning for His Clients Amid a Pandemic

John Fields

Best Lawyers®* Listed Attorney Joseph Brophy on achieving success in 2020.

Catastrophic Personal Injury

Best Lawyers

Trial legend Frank Branson finds success mixing technology and new skills with vast courtroom experience.

Foster Garvey Celebrates Inclusion During Pride Month

Greg Sirico

A law firm is honoring the diversity and inclusivity of all employees with a new policy for preferred names and pronouns.

Divorce Considerations for Professional Athletes

Brad M. LaMorgese

The complexities of divorce among professional athletes are often vast and complicated.

A Woman's Journey From Immigrant Daughter to

Paying It Forward

Best Lawyers

One woman’s journey from immigrant daughter to immigration attorney: her passion, purpose, and pursuit of excellence.

Russian Rubles are Going Digital

Rebecca Blackwell

Russia is moving toward the ever-expanding trend of digital currency.

Announcing the 2022 Best Lawyers™ in Russia

Best Lawyers

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

Women Work to Dismantle Gender Inequality

A Double Dose of Power

Constance Endelicato

Women in the Legal and Medical Professions Can Work Together to Dismantle Gender Inequality

Announcing the 2022 Best Lawyers in Ukraine

Best Lawyers

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

Aim High and Fly

Khalil Abdullah

From a silent victim of hometown segregation to Air Force captain and lawyer of consummate skill, Karen Evans exemplifies leadership—and vows always to help those who seek to follow her path.

Pros and Cons of Trustee Position for a Nonpr

Boarding School

Constance H. Baker

A thorough assessment of the pros and cons is essential when you’re deciding whether to take a position as a trustee for a nonprofit organization. Here’s a primer.