2024 Best Law Firms in America

Introducing the 14th Edition of Best Lawyers Best Law Firms

Best Lawyers®, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession, has announced the 14th edition of its prestigious Best Law Firms in America rankings.

Methodology

The rankings are based on an exhaustive peer-review survey in which thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate their peers in various practice areas.

Key Findings

• Over 24 million votes were analyzed to determine the rankings.
• The rankings showcase the top 5% of law firms in the United States.
• Firms are ranked nationally and regionally in 75 different practice areas.

National Rankings

Some of the top-ranked law firms in the country include:

• Kirkland & Ellis LLP
• Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
• Sidley Austin LLP

Regional Rankings

In addition to the national rankings, Best Lawyers also publishes regional rankings. For example, the top-ranked law firms in the New York metropolitan area include:

• Shearman & Sterling LLP
• Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
• Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

Significance of the Rankings

The Best Law Firms rankings are highly respected by law firms and clients alike.

• Firms use the rankings to demonstrate their expertise and credibility.
• Clients use the rankings to find the best attorneys and law firms to meet their legal needs.

Conclusion

The 2024 edition of Best Lawyers Best Law Firms in America is a valuable resource for both law firms and clients. The rankings provide an objective assessment of the quality of legal services in the United States.