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About the 2025 edition
The 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® marks 44 years of our organization's research into the top legal practitioners in the country. Since our founding in 1981, our mission has remained the same: to showcase the most distinguished attorneys across various practice areas in the United States.
The edition upholds the tradition of recognizing outstanding legal talent through a rigorous peer-review process, ensuring that the awarded lawyers meet the highest standards of professional excellence. In a saturated market, clients need confidence that the very best in the industry are handling their most critical matters.
As a reputable resource for both clients and legal professionals, this edition not only highlights individual achievements but also reflects the evolving nature of the legal industry, emphasizing the importance of integrity, skill and dedication in legal practice.
Highlights
Latest Insights
2025 Best Lawyers Awards Announced: Honoring Outstanding Legal Professionals Across the U.S.
by Jennifer Verta
Introducing the 31st edition of The Best Lawyers in America and the fifth edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.
How To Find A Pro Bono Lawyer
by Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers dives into the vital role pro bono lawyers play in ensuring access to justice for all and the transformative impact they have on communities.
Do You Need a Lawyer To Make a Will?
by Best Lawyers
Do you need a lawyer to make a will? In many cases, an attorney is not strictly required to create a will. However, a lawyer can provide valuable guidance.
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Research Methodology
Best Lawyers employs a robust and confidential peer review methodology to identify leading attorneys. This approach involves asking prominent lawyers to evaluate their peers in the same geographic regions and practice areas, providing comprehensive assessments of professional skills and ethical standards.
Each candidate undergoes a comprehensive vetting process to verify that they meet the highest benchmarks of legal excellence. This meticulous method ensures authentic acknowledgment from professional colleagues, spotlighting those who truly stand out in their fields.
Note From Research
The 31st edition of The Best Lawyers in America has achieved new heights of prestige, driven by an unprecedented voter turnout during the peer review process. With a record number of attorneys participating, competition for a spot on the list was more intense than ever, as an increased number of highly qualified lawyers were evaluated.
This remarkable increase in voter engagement not only amplified the rigor of the selection process but also elevated the significance of being included. Consequently, those who made the cut truly represent the pinnacle of legal excellence, having been distinguished by a larger and more discerning pool of their peers.
Upcoming Research
Nominations are currently open for the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch. Further details on our research timeline as available online. If you need any assistance submitting a nomination, contact us at: nominations@bestlawyers.com.