Overview
For the seventh 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 2025 edition, BFKN was once again named a “Highly Recommended Firm” in Illinois, and 8 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 2024, four BFKN partners — Michael Educate, Connor T. Gants, Nicholas W. Laird, and Carrie Sear Rummans — 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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- Benchmark Litigation – BFKN Ranking
- Benchmark Litigation – BFKN Attorney Rankings
- Benchmark Litigation– BFKN Overview
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