Best Law Firms by Region

Founded in Houston in 1917, this Lone Star State institution rode the wildcatter era to build its name on (what else?) oil and gas matters. Vinson & Elkins hasn’t looked back since, establishing itself at the forefront of the global energy...

With deep roots in the Lone Star State, Baker Botts has grown to become an international firm with 14 offices across the globe and more than 700 lawyers among its ranks. The firm fields sturdy teams in energy, environmental law, IP, litigation,...

Since its founding four decades ago, Susman Godfrey has established itself as one of the nation’s premiere litigation firms. Susman Godfrey has more than 115 attorneys in four offices—its Houston headquarters and rapidly growing offices in Los...

Latham is one of the world’s largest law firms, a bona fide member of the clique that includes the Magic Circle and the elite U.S. heritage firms. With more than 2,600 attorneys in 29 offices around the world, Latham practices in all the major...

Kirkland & Ellis, one the world’s most elite law firms, is recognized for its corporate, intellectual property, litigation, M&A, private equity, and restructuring work. With around 2,500 lawyers, the firm is regularly recognized as one...

With more than 1,350 attorneys across ten countries, Gibson Dunn & Crutcher is a force. Among the top firms in the country, Gibson Dunn is well known for its litigation and trial work—especially its bustling appellate litigation and...

A heavy-hitter with a hand in most major areas of law and an internationally recognized prowess in litigation, Jones Day boasts 43 offices in 19 countries, spread over five continents. The firm’s booming practices include antitrust, appellate...

Founded in Texas in 1945, Akin Gump has grown to become one of the world’s largest law firms, with hundreds of lawyers across 21 offices around the globe. The firm has long been a force in national politics via its lobbying and policy work. ...

With around 1,000 lawyers based in the U.S. and another 3,000 around the globe, Norton Rose Fulbright is a legal force. The firm has dozens of offices across six continents, the firm is particularly well known for its energy practice. Teaming...