(November 5, 2020) – Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has been named “Law Firm of the Year” for the third time in the category of Employment Law – Management on the 2021 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list. The firm also earned “National Tier 1” rankings for the 11th consecutive year in the following practice areas:
- Employment Law – Management
- Labor Law – Management
- Litigation – Labor & Employment
Additionally, the firm received tier rankings in the Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and the Litigation – ERISA categories.
“We are proud to once again be ranked by U.S. News and Best Lawyers,” said Tom Bender and Jeremy Roth, co-managing directors of Littler, in a joint statement. “This recognition demonstrates the high level of respect from our peers and also highlights our commitment to delivering exceptional labor and employment legal services.”
In addition to the firm’s overall rankings, Littler earned “Tier 1” distinction in the following 41 metropolitan markets:
- Atlanta, Ga.
- Austin, Texas
- Birmingham, Ala.
- Boston, Mass.
- Charleston, W.Va.
- Charlotte, N.C.
- Chicago, Ill.
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Denver, Colo.
- Columbus, Ohio
- Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas
- Detroit, Mi.
- Fayetteville, Ark.
- Houston, Texas
- Indianapolis, In.
- Kansas City, Kan.
- Kansas City, Mo.
- Las Vegas, Nev.
- Los Angeles, Calif.
- Memphis, Tenn.
- Miami, Fla.
- Minneapolis, Minn.
- Nashville, Tenn.
- New Haven, Conn.
- New Jersey
- New York City, N.Y.
- Orange County
- Orlando, Fla.
- Philadelphia, Pa.
- Phoenix, Ariz.
- Pittsburgh, Pa.
- Portland, Maine
- Portland, Ore.
- Reno, Nev.
- Sacramento, Calif.
- San Diego, Calif.
- San Francisco, Calif.
- San Jose, Calif.
- Seattle, Wash.
- St. Louis, Mo.
- Washington, D.C.
Firms named in the 2021 “Best Law Firms” list are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Achieving a tiered ranking indicates a unique combination of quality law practice and breadth of legal experience.
The U.S. News rankings follow the release of the 2021 edition of The Best Lawyers in America© where more than 250 Littler lawyers were recognized among the top U.S. practicing attorneys. In addition to the firm’s U.S. rankings, Littler’s global attorneys and offices have been cited in their respective regional guides.
About Littler
With more than 1,500 labor and employment attorneys in offices around the world, Littler provides workplace solutions that are local, everywhere. Our diverse global team and proprietary technology foster a culture that celebrates original thinking, delivering groundbreaking innovation that prepares employers for what’s happening today, and what’s likely to happen tomorrow.