Top-ranked law firms in the United States

Expert Lawyer Guide ranks leading law firms across every major field of legal practice in the United States. Rankings are peer-reviewed, editorially independent, and updated each year. Browse by practice area and state to find the right attorney for your matter.

Rankings are independently assessed. No firm can pay to improve its position.

Top 3 Law firms in the United States

Ranked using verified client reviews, experience, and credentials.

#1 Ranked

Kirkland & Ellis

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Practice Areas: Corporate & M&A, Private Equity, Restructuring, Litigation, Tax, Energy

Location

Chicago, Illinois

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#2 Ranked

Cravath, Swaine & Moore

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Practice Areas: Corporate & M&A, Securities, Banking & Finance, Litigation, Tax, Trusts & Estates

Location

New York, New York

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#3 Ranked

Latham & Watkins

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Practice Areas: Corporate & M&A, Finance & Banking, Litigation, Antitrust, Energy & Infrastructure, Technology, Life Sciences

Location

Los Angeles, California

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Find the United States's top-ranked law firms for your legal need

Browse by practice area to see our top-ranked firms, based on real reviews, experience, and credentials.

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Top Corporate & M&A Firms

Mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and corporate finance.

Corporate and Commercial

Mergers, acquisitions, corporate finance, and commercial advisory.

Litigation

Commercial disputes, trials, and appellate representation.

Employment

Workplace disputes, compliance, and employment contracts.

Intellectual Property

Patents, trademarks, copyright, and IP litigation.

Real Estate

Commercial and residential property transactions and disputes.

Immigration

Visa applications, sponsorship, appeals, and citizenship.

Family Law

Divorce, custody, and family property settlements.

Criminal Defense

Criminal charges, court representation, and legal defense.

Personal Injury

Injury claims, compensation, and negligence matters.

Tax

Tax planning, controversy, and regulatory compliance.

How we rank these firms

We use various factors to rank every firm. We don't accept payment for a higher ranking.

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Client Reviews

We look at both the star rating and the number of reviews a firm has received. A high rating from hundreds of clients ranks differently to the same rating from just a few.

Experience

We consider all publicly available information concerning each firm we include. We make assessments as to the individual experience of the firm's lawyers.

Senior Lawyer's Credentials

We review the qualifications and standing of the senior lawyers of each firm, including recognition from other guides.

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