Best Lawyers® - Purely Peer Review™
The Best Legal Talent in the World, Case Closed.
174,246
Lawyers Recognized
13m+
Evaluations of Lawyers by Their Peers
151
Practice Areas
76
Countries Around the World
We’re peer reviewed, through and through.
The best legal talent in the world, reviewed and approved by their professional peers.
Our Methodology 
"Lawyer of the Year" Honorees
How to Choose a Good Lawyer: Tips, Traits and Questions to Ask
A Practical Guide for First-Time Hiring a Lawyer
Read now 
Lawyers
Firms
Latest Insights
Defining the Legal Future of AI: Interviews with Best Lawyers Honorees
by Jennifer Verta
Inaugural Best Lawyers honorees on AI’s impact, client concerns and the attorney’s role in setting standards.
2026 Best Lawyers Awards: Recognizing Legal Talent Across the United States
by Jamilla Tabbara
The 2026 editions highlight the top 5% of U.S. attorneys, showcase emerging practice areas and reveal trends shaping the nation’s legal profession.
How to Get a Patent
by Bryan Driscoll
A comprehensive guide to understanding patents, the application process and strategies to protect your invention in the U.S.
How to Choose a Good Lawyer: Tips, Traits and Questions to Ask
by Laurie Villanueva
A Practical Guide for Your First-Time Hiring a Lawyer
