Overview

For the sixth consecutive year, BFKN and its litigation partners were recognized by Benchmark Litigation, the definitive guide to America's leading litigation firms and attorneys. In the 2024 edition, BFKN was named a “Highly Recommended Firm” in Illinois, and eight Litigation Group partners received individual recognition. Congratulations to the following attorneys on being recognized:

  • Nicholas H. Callahan – Future Star
  • Joshua W. Mahoney – Future Star
  • W. Scott Porterfield – Litigation Star
  • Robert E. Shapiro – Litigation Star 
  • Owen H. Smith– Litigation Star 
  • Jack Snyder – Future Star
  • Maile Hitomi Solís – Litigation Star 
  • Roger H. Stetson – Litigation Star 

Benchmark recognition is earned based on an extensive six-month interview research process of recent casework with leading litigators and in-house counsel. Firms and attorneys selected by Benchmark are consistently highly recommended and rated effective and reputable litigators.

In August 2023, six BFKN partners Connor T. Gants, Michael Educate, Nicholas W. Laird, Joshua W. MahoneyCarrie Sear Rummans and Nicholas H. Callahan  were recognized in Benchmark’s 40 & Under Hot List. This list identifies attorneys who are considered the best in their field and have been deemed among the most promising talent emerging from the litigation community by both their peers and clients.

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About Benchmark Litigation

Benchmark Litigation — the definitive guide to the world's leading litigation law firms and lawyers — is the only publication to focus exclusively on litigation work. Since its inception, the Benchmark brand has grown dramatically and garnered industry-wide accolades as the definitive hub for in-depth analysis of the players shaping the dynamic practice of litigation. The Benchmark line of publications cover the litigation and disputes market in the U.S., Canada, Latin America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region.

To learn more about Benchmark Litigation and its methodology, visit: https://benchmarklitigation.com/Methodology/OurResearch

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