The finalists for the 2025 Elite Trial Lawyers have been announced. The National Law Journal has curated a list of outstanding law firms and attorneys recognized for their superior litigation and appellate accomplishments over the past year. This year’s honorees have demonstrated exceptional prowess in managing high-stakes litigation, innovative strategies in environmental, social, and corporate governance issues, as well as promoting diversity and inclusion within the legal profession.
Key highlights include recognitions across categories such as Lifetime Achievement, Elite Women of the Plaintiffs Bar, Rising Stars, and Plaintiff Law Firm of the Year. Notable individuals being honored include David Buchanan of Seeger Weiss and Elizabeth Cabraser of Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, among others. Additionally, top firms such as Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll and Susman Godfrey have multiple nominations across different categories.
The winners in each category will be formally announced at an event scheduled for July 10 at the JW Marriott Essex House in New York City. Further details, including the full list of finalists and categories, can be found in the original article from The National Law Journal.