The American Lawyer Hall of Fame

The American Lawyer Awards

The American Lawyer Hall of Fame celebrates the success of firms and lawyers who have excelled in the legal profession and made extraordinary contributions through the law. We honor these firms and individuals throughout the year in the pages of The American Lawyer and at special events congratulating their accomplishments.

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Lifetime Achievement Awards

The American Lawyer celebrates the distinguished careers of individuals whose world-class practice and commitment to public service make them an inspiration to the rest of the legal profession.

A-List Awards

Each year 20 firms are named whose economic, pro bono, workplace satisfaction and diversity performance set them above the rest.

Corporate Counsel Best Legal Department

Corporate Counsel magazine names the best in-house law department and finalists, based not only on the achievements of the general counsel, but on an in-depth look at the entire corporate legal department.

Litigation Department of the Year

The American Lawyer celebrates the Litigation Department of the Year, as named in the January 2010 issue of The American Lawyer. Am Law 200 firms were invited to compete for the overall title as well as laurels in one of three specialties: Intellectual Property, Labor and Employment, and Product Liability.

Law Firm Distinguished Leadership Award

Each year we recognize a managing partner or chairperson who led his or her firm to the highest professional distinction.