Recognition
Barack Ferrazzano’s attorneys and practice groups consistently receive recognition and accolades from some of the most prestigious ranking organizations across the U.S. and globally. But our most important and valuable recognition comes from the feedback provided by our clients to these ranking organizations. Feedback such as:
“Barack Ferrazzano is the best law firm I've dealt with in my 30+ year career.”
“Barack Ferrazzano is best-in-class. They are super smart, responsive, practical, and cost-efficient
while also being trustworthy and dependable.”
“They are always balanced in their approach to issues. They understand our company’s culture
and values. Without a doubt, Barack Ferrazzano has been a crucial partner in our success.”
Our firm takes great pride in this feedback and the recognitions below:
Firm & Culture
- Top Ranked Midsize Law Firm in Chicago, Vault (2022-2027)
- Top 150 Under 150, Vault (2016-2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Hours, Vault (2020, 2026-2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Compensation, Vault (2020, 2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Selectivity, Vault (2019, 2020, 2024, 2026-2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Pro Bono, Vault (2020, 2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Transparency, Vault (2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Wellness, Vault (2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Quality of Work, Vault (2026-2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Informal Training, Mentoring & Sponsorship, Vault (2026-2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Career Outlook, Vault (2024, 2026-2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Associate/Partner Relations, Vault (2024, 2026-2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms to Work For, Vault (2019-2020, 2024, 2026-2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Satisfaction, Vault (2024, 2026-2027)
- Ranked, Best Midsize Law Firms for Firm Culture, Vault (2020, 2024)
Practices
- Band ranked in Chambers USA 2026 in Real Estate, Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets, Financial Services Regulation: Financial Institutions M&A, Transportation: Road (Automotive), Corporate/M&A & Private Equity, and Litigation: General Commercial
- Fintech Group, FIGx®, Band ranked in Chambers FinTech 2026 Guide
- 13 national and 14 metropolitan rankings in U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" 2026 list in Advertising Law, Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Financial Services Regulation Law, Franchise Law, Insurance Law, Litigation – Bankruptcy, Litigation - Real Estate, Real Estate Law, Securities Regulation, and Trademark law
- Named to The Legal 500 U.S. City Elite — Chicago rankings in Corporate and M&A; ranked in Legal 500 2026 in Corporate and M&A, Real Estate, and White-Collar Crime
- Named "Recommended Firm Illinois" in Benchmark Litigation since 2018
- Shortlisted as "Illinois Litigation Firm of the Year" in Benchmark Litigation since 2022
- Named one of the top U.S. fashion, luxury, and retail law firms by The Fashion Law (2025-2026)
- #1 Legal Advisor Midwest & #3 Legal Advisor in the U.S. the last decade by announced bank and thrift M&A transactions, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence
Attorneys
- 14 attorneys Band ranked in Chambers USA 2026
- 8 attorneys ranked in Legal 500 2026
- 34 attorneys in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 and 39 attorneys listed as Best Lawyers "Ones to Watch"
- 16 attorneys listed in Illinois Super Lawyers® and 6 attorneys listed as Super Lawyers® "Rising Stars"
- 5 attorneys selected World Trademark Review 1000, The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals 2026
- 9 Litigation Group partners recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2026
- 3 Litigation Group partners named in Benchmark Litigation 2026 "40 & Under List"
- Litigation Group partner Nicholas W. Laird named to Law Bulletin Media's 2025 ‘40 Under Forty’ List of Illinois Attorneys
- Financial Institutions Group partner John M. Geiringer awarded The 2026 Frank Simpson III Award by the American Bar Association’s Banking Law Committee