Overview
Barack Ferrazzano's Litigation Group and its partners were once again recognized by Benchmark Litigation in 2026, the definitive guide to the world’s leading litigation firms and lawyers. This year, the firm was named a “Recommended Firm” in Illinois, and nine Litigation Group partners received individual recognition. Congratulations to the following attorneys on being recognized:
- Matthew A. Bills – Litigation Star
- 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
Recognition is awarded based on an in-depth research process that includes extensive interviews with leading litigators, dispute resolution specialists, and their clients. Recent casework is carefully reviewed, and peers provide confidential evaluations, identifying firms and attorneys who consistently demonstrate expertise, effectiveness, and strong professional reputations.
In August 2025, Litigation Group partners Connor T. Gants and Nicholas W. Laird were recognized in the 2025 Benchmark Litigation 40 & Under 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.
Click the links below to view:
- Benchmark Litigation – Barack Ferrazzano Ranking
- Benchmark Litigation – Barack Ferrazzano Attorney Rankings
- Benchmark Litigation – Barack Ferrazzano Overview
About Benchmark Litigation
Since its inception in 2008, Benchmark Litigation has been the only publication on the market to focus exclusively on litigation in the U.S. 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 dynamic growth of the brand has driven demand for its expansion to service other markets beyond the U.S., including Canada, Latin America, the Asia-Pacific region, and Europe.
To learn more about Benchmark Litigation and its methodology, visit: https://benchmarklitigation.com/Methodology/OurResearch.
