Rankings

American Lawyer's A-List 2010

Arnold & Porter is ranked on American Lawyer's "A-List" 2010, the magazine's annual ranking of the top 20 US firms. The magazine considers the list "a ranking of the nation's elite law firms." It is the seventh time the firm has made the list since its inception in 2003. The "A-List" is based on revenue per lawyer, commitment to pro bono, diversity among lawyers, and associate satisfaction. Arnold & Porter is the pro bono category winner on the "A-List" with a near-perfect score of 199 out of 200.

Ian Dodds-Smith Named "Global Life Sciences Lawyer of the Year" 2010 in the Who's Who Legal Awards

The International Who's Who of Business Lawyers 2010 named Ian Dodds-Smith "Global Life Sciences Lawyer of the Year" for the second consecutive year in its Who's Who Legal Awards. Editor-in-Chief Callum Campbell said, "In a highly competitive field, retaining the Who's Who Legal Life Sciences Lawyer of the Year Award is an outstanding achievement. Ian Dodds-Smith received more votes from clients and peers worldwide than any other lawyer in our research. He also noted: "...the consistently positive feedback we received from our sources across the globe reflect his exceptional talent and pre-eminence in the field."

The National Law Journal list of "Washington's Most Influential Women Lawyers" 2010

The National Law Journal named Arnold & Porter antitrust partner Deborah Feinstein one of "Washington's Most Influential Women Lawyers" in its June 28, 2010 issue. NLJ editors selected 33 "power players" for "work that places them in an elite tier." NLJ said, "We are recognizing their work, their influence and the fact that they may have had to work a bit harder than many of their male colleagues to get where they are today." Ms. Feinstein was singled out for her track record of winning antitrust approval of megadeals, including recently winning FTC approval for Pepsi's $7.8 billion acquisition of two bottlers.

Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business 2010

Arnold & Porter garnered national recognition in 15 practice areas in Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business 2010, and was named a leading law firm in a comprehensive range of practice areas in all of its US offices. Seventy-six lawyers were named as "Leading Individuals" in 27 practice areas, more than ever previously ranked. Six practice areas were ranked in the No. 1 band including financial services regulation, intellectual property and life sciences on a national level, and bankruptcy/restructuring, intellectual property and real estate in Washington, DC. Antitrust was ranked in the No. 1 band nationally and in Washington, DC for the ninth consecutive year.

The National Law Journal Names Lawrence Schneider a 2010 "Champion" in Washington, DC

The National Law Journal named Lawrence Schneider to its list of "Champions & Visionaries" in its June 7, 2010 issue. Mr. Schneider was recognized as a "Champion" for his passion and commitment to pro bono immigration work for more than 20 years. He is one of ten Champions who have "upheld the profession's core values through public service, pro bono efforts and advocacy for civil liberties." The publication highlighted Mr. Schneider's leadership of the impressive report by Arnold & Porter on the nation's immigration removal adjudication system on behalf of the American Bar Association's Commission on Immigration.

Suzanne Wilson Named One of the "Top Women Litigators" in California 2010

The Los Angeles and San Francisco Daily Journal named Suzanne Wilson to its annual list of "Top Women Litigators" in California in its May 12, 2010 issue. This list features lawyers who are working on cutting-edge cases and have had significant impact on their places of employment, the legal community, or the larger society. Daily Journal highlighted Ms. Wilson's impressive history of representing such clients as Microsoft Corp. and VeriSign in IP matters. The publication noted her recent success winning a summary judgment for Microsoft in an intricate technology and advertising dispute.

The Lawyer Awards: 2010 Shortlist for "Competition/Regulatory Team of the Year"

Arnold & Porter is one of the firms named to The Lawyer's shortlist for "Competition/Regulatory Team of the Year." The winner will be announced at The Lawyer's annual Awards Ceremony in London on June 22nd. The team, led by London partners Tim Frazer and Susan Hinchliffe, was nominated for its success in securing EC Commission clearance of Kraft Food's £12 billion hostile bid for Cadbury, which created the world's largest confectionery company.

Robert Pitofsky Received the Justice Department's 2010 John Sherman Award

Attorney General Eric Holder presented Arnold & Porter counsel Robert Pitofsky with the Justice Department's 2010 John Sherman Award for his lifetime contributions to the teaching and enforcement of antitrust law and the development of antitrust policy. The department's highest antitrust award was presented to Mr. Pitofsky, a professor, on April 20, 2010 in the Great Hall of the Robert F. Kennedy Department of Justice building. Members of the judiciary, officials of several federal agencies and members of the antitrust bar attended the award ceremony.

Suzanne Wilson and Ginger Dreger Named Leading IP Lawyers in California, 2010

Daily Journal named Suzanne Wilson and Ginger Dreger to its annual list of leading intellectual property lawyers in California in its April 7, 2010 issue. This list honors attorney achievements in the field of intellectual property. Ms. Wilson was named to the "75 Leading IP Litigators" list and was noted for her work representing a variety of industries in the technology space. Ms. Dreger was named to the top "25 Portfolio Managers, Prosecutors and License Specialists" list and was highlighted for advising biotech, medical device and pharmaceutical industries on domestic and international patent matters.

The National Law Journal's "Appellate Hot List" 2010

Arnold & Porter was named to The National Law Journal's "Appellate Hot List" in its April 5, 2010 issue. Arnold & Porter was one of only three firms profiled in the "Focus on Strategies" section and was one of 20 firms ranked on the nationwide list. Ranked firms "represent the best in the practice of appellate law" and "boast an impressive track record overall." The National Law Journal wrote a feature story on Arnold & Porter's banking pre-emption work, highlighted Supreme Court veteran Lisa Blatt's arrival as head of the firm's appellate and Supreme Court practice and described the noteworthy Israel immunity cases and the Troy Anthony Davis death penalty case.

Influence 50 Revenue Report 2009

Arnold & Porter ranked in the top 20 on the Influence 50 Revenue Report, which ranks the top lobby shops and law firms in the Washington, DC area in 2009. The report was published in the April 5, 2010 edition of The National Law Journal/Legal Times.

William Baer Named One of "The Decade's Most Influential Lawyers" 2010

The National Law Journal named Arnold & Porter partner William Baer to its list of "The Decade's Most Influential Lawyers" in its March 29, 2010 issue. He is one of only three honorees ranked in the antitrust category. The National Law Journal selected 40 attorneys nationwide whose work throughout the last decade (2000-2009) "was so consequential that it helped push the profession, an industry or a practice area substantially forward." The National Law Journal noted Mr. Baer's experience representing General Electric Co., Visa Inc., Cisco Systems Inc., Micron Technology, and Pfizer Inc.

Arnold & Porter listed in Global Arbitration Review's "GAR 100" 2010

Arnold & Porter appears once again in the most recent edition (2010) of the Global Arbitration Review's "GAR 100," which profiles the world's top international arbitration law firms. The firm ranked in the top 10 worldwide in number of treaty-based arbitrations. GAR reported that, as of Sept. 1, 2009, the firm had 18 pending cases and a US$5.51 billion combined value of all pending arbitrations as counsel. GAR listed 13 Arnold & Porter attorneys as "names to know".

Chambers Global 2010

Eighteen Arnold & Porter attorneys were ranked as "Leading Individuals" in ten practice areas by Chambers Global 2010. The firm was ranked in the No. 1 band for life sciences globally and in the No. 1 band for competition/antitrust in the United States. The firm was ranked globally for public international law and competition/antitrust; Europe-wide for competition/European law; Latin America-wide for arbitration; in Belgium for competition/European law; and in the United States for international trade, outsourcing, and privacy & data security.

Two Arnold & Porter Attorneys Named to The BTI Client Service All-Star Team for Law Firms in 2010

David Metzger and Eric Rubel were recognized as BTI Client Service All-Stars for 2010. According to BTI, this exclusive honor conveys commitment to client service excellence. The All-Star team is determined by unprompted candid feedback from more than 250 General Counsel at large and Fortune 1000 organizations. BTI asks General Counsel to delineate the attorneys delivering the best client service.

Global Competition Review's 2010 "GCR Global Elite"

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 6 in Global Competition Review's "GCR Global Elite" 2010, a ranking of the world's top 20 antitrust practices. The ranking is based on the size of a firm's competition practice, the number of nominees to The International Who's Who of Competition Lawyers, the stability of the practice, and the number of votes it received from rival firms. GCR wrote, "Arnold & Porter is cited as the leading antitrust practice in Washington, DC by many of its rivals." Arnold & Porter is also recommended by GCR in Brussels and was named an "Elite" firm for United States: Governmental Antitrust.

Arnold & Porter Ranked No. 1 in UK for Diversity

Arnold & Porter (UK) LLP was ranked the No. 1 international firm in the 2009 Diversity League Table of the Black Solicitors Network (UK). The firm also ranked in the top ten for female partners, ethnic minority paralegals, female paralegals, and diversity among 49 firms ranked.

Washingtonian's "Top Lawyers" 2009

In its December 2009 edition, Washingtonian magazine published a list of the area's "top 1 percent" of lawyers in its "Washington's Top Lawyers" list. This list included 24 Arnold & Porter attorneys from 15 practice areas.

Four Arnold & Porter Attorneys Named "Lawyers of the Year" for 2010 by Best Lawyers

In its 2010 list, Best Lawyers named William Baer the "Washington, DC Antitrust Lawyer of the Year"; Michael Bernstein the "Washington, DC Bankruptcy and Creditor-Debtor Rights Lawyer of the Year"; Michael Gerrard the "New York Environmental Lawyer of the Year" and John D. Hawke Jr. the "Washington, DC Banking Lawyer of the Year." Lawyers selected for this honor received particularly high ratings from their peers and have earned a high level of respect among other leading lawyers in the community for their abilities, professionalism and integrity.

Chambers UK 2010

Eleven Arnold & Porter attorneys were ranked as "Leading Individuals" in eight practice areas by Chambers UK 2010. The firm was ranked in the No. 1 band for life sciences: product liability; life sciences: regulatory, compliance & competition; and product liability: mainly defendant; and was ranked as a "Leading Firm" for intellectual property and media & entertainment: publishing. Ian Dodds-Smith was named a "Star Individual" for life sciences: regulatory, compliance & competition, and was ranked in the No. 1 band for life sciences and product liability. Alison Brown was ranked for life sciences and product liability; Lincoln Tsang was ranked for life sciences; Ian Kirby was ranked for media & entertainment and intellectual property; Adela Williams, Elizabeth Driver, and Jacqueline Bore were ranked for product liability; Tim Frazer was ranked for competition/European Law; Henry Clinton-Davis was ranked for employment; and Jeremy Willcocks was ranked for corporate/M&A.

The Legal 500 2009: Europe, Middle East & Africa

Arnold & Porter's Brussels office was ranked as "recommended" by The Legal 500 2009: Europe, Middle East & Africa for Competition and Legal Market. The Legal 500 EMEA wrote, "Arnold & Porter's clients appreciated 'team players who accomplish our needs' and 'gather the expertise needed to meet deadlines and to address issues'...Marleen Van Kerckhove was seen as 'one of the best lawyers in town' and her colleagues 'rightly enjoy good reputations, handle their cases well'."

Chambers Latin America 2010

In its 2010 edition, Chambers Latin America has ranked Arnold & Porter as a leading law firm for International Arbitration, noting the following: "This well-regarded team's most valuable assets are its linguistic skills, its subsequent capacity to work in several jurisdictions, and its extraordinary level of customer service. Clients state: "It's proactive on every little detail and really works hard to relate to you. It ends up making you feel like more than just a client - it makes it seem like a personal relationship, which is really important." In terms of practice areas, the group certainly enjoys a diverse caseload, although it is in the field of investment arbitration that it earns the most significant praise." The publication named Paolo Di Rosa as a "Leading Individual" for International Arbitration and also singled out Gaela Gehring Flores and Jean Kalicki in its editorial write-up.

The International Who's Who of Environment Lawyers 2009

The International Who's Who of Environment Lawyers 2009 named firm Chair Thomas Milch and senior counsel Michael Gerrard on its "Most Highly Regarded Individuals - Global" list. Arnold & Porter was the only firm to have two individuals ranked on the list of ten international lawyers. Partners Blake Biles, Joel Gross, Jonathan Martel, Karen Nardi, and Trenton Norris were also ranked by Who's Who Legal 2009 for Environment.

The UK Legal 500 2009

Arnold & Porter's London office was ranked as "recommended" by The UK Legal 500 2009 in the following practice areas: corporate and commercial (EU and competition, M&A: lower mid-market deals, and venture capital); finance (debt capital markets); insurance (product liability defendant); public sector (administrative and public law); technology, media, and telecoms (brand management, IT and telecoms, intellectual property, media and entertainment, and pharmaceuticals and biotechnology); and transport (rail). The firm was also ranked as a "US firm in London" for Dual US/UK law capability: 25-50 fee-earners. Ian Dodds-Smith was named a "leading individual" for product liability and pharmaceuticals & biotechnology; and Ian Kirby was named a "leading individual" for media and entertainment.

Six Arnold & Porter Attorneys Named WBJ "Top Washington Lawyers" 2009

Arnold & Porter had the most finalists and winners of any law firm in Washington Business Journal's "Top Washington Lawyers" feature, published in its September 18-24, 2009 edition. Gaela Gehring Flores was selected as a "Young Gun"; Sarah Kahn was named a winner for Corporate M&A; David Gersch was a finalist for Corporate Litigation; Steve Parker was named a winner for Technology Transactions; Amy Rifkind was named as a winner for Real Estate Transactions; and Les Sotsky was named a winner for Environmental Law. The winners were honored by WBJ at an awards event on September 17, 2009.

Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms 2010

Arnold & Porter was ranked in the top 20 of the Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms. The firm was ranked nationally No. 1 in antitrust for the seventh consecutive year. Arnold & Porter was ranked in the top five for products liability; in the top 20 for litigation; in the top ten for Washington, DC firms and in the top 20 for Southern California firms. The firm also received a top ten ranking for "Best Law Firms for Diversity."

Brian Condon Named President of the Los Angeles County Bar Foundation

The Los Angeles County Bar Foundation has named Brian Condon as President, effective for the 2009-2010 year. Mr. Condon, a partner in Arnold & Porter’s Los Angeles office, has been on the Foundation’s board for the past ten years. The Los Angeles County Bar Foundation is the charitable arm of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, which funds pro bono legal service providers in Southern California.

American Lawyer's "Arbitration Scorecard" 2009

American Lawyer's "Arbitration Scorecard 2009" ranked Arnold & Porter among the top ten law firms of the world in the category "Top Firms Appearing As Arbitration Counsel". The firm was also one of the top five law firms in the world for number of treaty-based arbitrations listed in the "Arbitration Scorecard: Treaties" feature. The Arnold & Porter treaty-based arbitrations listed in the Scorecard involve claims totaling over US$4 billion.

Global Competition Review's "Women in Antitrust" 2009

Deborah Feinstein (DC), Annette Schild (Brussels) and Marleen Van Kerckhove (Brussels) were featured in Global Competition Review's "Women in Antitrust" 2009 feature. GCR interviewed and featured 100 female competition specialists in numerous organizations worldwide for the feature.

David Orta Named to The National Law Journal's "40 Under 40: Washington's Rising Stars" List 2009

The National Law Journal selected David Orta as one of the top 40 lawyers under 40 in Washington, D.C. when it placed him in its "40 Under 40: Washington's Rising Stars" feature in its July 13, 2009 edition. The National Law Journal predicted, "The young Washington-area lawyers profiled here will play a major role in the legal community of the nation's capital - and therefore of the nation - for years to come. Selected by the editors based on nominations and reporting, these 40 individuals have already made their marks in private practice…" Mr. Orta was singled out for his international arbitration practice and pro bono work. He represents clients such as the republics of El Salvador, Guatemala and Panama in complex, multimillion-dollar international arbitration disputes and has handled impact civil rights immigration cases pro bono for many immigrants.

American Lawyer's A-List 2009

Arnold & Porter ranked No. 6 in American Lawyer's "A-List" 2009, the magazine's annual ranking of the top 20 US firms. The magazine considers the list "a ranking of the nation's elite-the law firms that are best at balancing a thriving business with their obligations to the profession." It is the sixth time the firm has made the list since its inception in 2003. The "A-List" is based on revenue per lawyer, commitment to pro bono, diversity among lawyers, and associate satisfaction. Arnold & Porter also ranked No. 3 in the country in American Lawyer's 2009 pro bono survey.

Fred Fucci Named Chair of New York City Bar Association's Energy Committee

The New York City Bar Association's (NYCBA) has named Frederick R. Fucci as Chair of the Energy Committee, effective September 1, 2009, for a three-year term. Chairs are appointed by the President of NYCBA and lead the Committee in shaping NYCBA positions and framing debate on legal questions relating to energy law and policy. Mr. Fucci has been an active member of the NYCBA and a member of its Energy Committee for the past three years.

Northern California Super Lawyers 2009

The following Arnold & Porter attorneys from the firm's San Francisco office were named to the Northern California Super Lawyers 2009 list: Angel Garganta (business litigation, civil litigation defense, and banking), Karen Nardi (environmental), Trenton Norris (consumer law, intellectual property litigation, and environmental), and Beth Parker (intellectual property litigation, civil rights/first amendment, and alternative dispute resolution). Rachel Chanin was named to the Northern California Rising Stars 2009 list for business litigation and intellectual property litigation. This represents two-thirds of the partners and one-third of all attorneys in the San Francisco office. The annual Super Lawyers list selects five percent of the total lawyers in the state based upon peer review and the publication's independent research.

The Legal 500 US 2009

Arnold & Porter was ranked as "recommended" by The Legal 500 US 2009 in the following areas: Finance (bankruptcy); Intellectual Property (trademarks); Litigation (environment, international arbitration, international trade, product liability and mass tort defense, and white-collar criminal defense); Media, Technology, and Telecoms (sports and telecoms and broadcast); Mergers, Acquisitions and Buyouts (antitrust and M&A); and Real Estate and Construction (District of Columbia).

Ian Dodds-Smith Named "Life Sciences Lawyer of the Year" 2009

The International Who's Who of Business Lawyers 2009 named Ian Dodds-Smith "Life Sciences Lawyer of the Year" in its annual Who's Who Legal Awards. These awards are based on recommendations from clients and peers. The publication described him as "the finest regulatory lawyer in Europe" and said, "Arnold & Porter LLP's presence among the leading firms in this sector is due in no small part to the outstanding performance of Ian Dodds-Smith." Additional life sciences lawyers ranked by Who's Who Legal are: Lincoln Tsang (London), Ellen Reisman (Los Angeles), Arthur Levine, David Marsh, and William Vodra (Washington, DC).

Arnold & Porter Named "DC Law Firm of the Year" 2009

For the third consecutive year, Arnold & Porter was named “Washington, DC Law Firm of the Year” by The International Who’s Who of Business Lawyers 2009 in its annual Who’s Who Legal Awards. The firm was also named to the “Who’s Who Legal 70,” which lists the world’s 70 leading law practices out of over 2,000 firms listed in Who’s Who Legal.

Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers 2009

Arnold & Porter garnered national recognition in 13 practice areas in Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers 2009, and was named as a leading law firm in a comprehensive range of practice areas in all of its US offices. Seventy-three lawyers were named as "Leading Individuals," more than ever were previously ranked. Six practices areas were ranked in the No. 1 band, including financial services regulation and life sciences on a national level, and bankruptcy/restructuring, healthcare regulation, and real estate in Washington, DC. Antitrust was ranked in the No. 1 band in both Washington, DC and nationally for the eighth consecutive year.

John D. Hawke, Jr. Named "Washington, DC Banking Lawyer of the Year" for 2009 by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers named John D. Hawke, Jr. the "Washington, DC Banking Lawyer of the Year" for 2009 in the publication's first annual designation of its kind, which honors top lawyers in high-profile practices in large communities around the globe. Lawyers selected for this honor received particularly high ratings from their peers and have earned a high level of respect among other leading lawyers in the community for their abilities, professionalism, and integrity.

James Joseph Named to IRS's Advisory Committee on Tax Exempt and Government Entities

The Internal Revenue Service's Advisory Committee on Tax Exempt and Government Entities (ACT) named James Joseph as one of ten new members on May 22, 2009. Mr. Joseph will serve on the Exempt Organizations Project Team. ACT members are appointed by the Secretary of the Treasury and advise the IRS on operational policies and procedures. Mr. Joseph, a partner of Arnold & Porter and member of the Tax, Trusts and Estates Group, advises charities, colleges and universities, private foundations, and advocacy groups on a variety of issues including operating business ventures, international activities, grant making, lobbying and advocacy, nonprofit governance, and executive compensation.

Practical Law Company's IP in Business Transactions Handbook 2009/10

Arnold & Porter was recommended in England for IP: commercial IP and IP: non-patent litigation; was recommended in Washington, DC for IP; and was recognized in England for IP: patent litigation. Richard Dickinson was recognized for IP: commercial IP (England); Ian Kirby was highly recommended for IP: non-patent litigation and recognized for IP: patent litigation (England); and David Marsh was recommended for IP (USA: DC).

Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Yearbook 2009

Arnold & Porter has the most "Leading" practice area rankings of any law firm in Washington, DC in the PLC Which lawyer? Yearbook 2009. The firm is "Leading" (the highest rating a firm can receive) in the areas of competition/anti-trust, corporate real estate, and environment. Additional rankings include: "Leading" for competition/anti-trust (USA) and life sciences (European Union and USA); "Highly Recommended" for corporate real estate (USA), corporate/M&A (DC), environment (NY), and life sciences (England); "Recommended" for competition/anti-trust (Belgium and European Union), dispute resolution (DC), intellectual property (England and DC), and telecoms and media (England and USA); and "Recognized" for Outsourcing and IT (USA) and for Tax (DC). Internationally, the firm has 46 lawyers ranked in 10 practice areas.

Arnold & Porter Ranked on Legal Business's Global London Survey 2009

Legal Business posed the question in its 2009 Global London survey analysis: “Is Arnold & Porter the most successful US firm in London?” after the firm was ranked No. 8 out of 58 Global London firms based on an aggregate of Legal 500 rankings. Legal Business pointed out, “Relative to its size in London, there is no other US firm (perhaps no other firm at all) that has as many rankings in the current edition of The UK Legal 500.” Arnold & Porter has more than one ranking for every three of its London lawyers and a top-tier ranking for every 14 lawyers. In Legal Business’s Global London survey, the firm was ranked among the top 50 US firms in London (based on revenue) and ranked No. 6 for most lateral partner hires by global firms in London since January 2008.

Ronald Johnston Named One of the Top "75 Leading IP Litigators in California" 2009

Los Angeles Daily Journal named Ronald Johnston to its "75 Leading IP Litigators in California" list in its April 8, 2009 issue. He was recognized for his work handling a variety of copyright cases last year, including a decision about whether copyright protection exists for computer languages; and for his representation of Verisign Inc. in a dispute over its right to be the exclusive operator of .com and .net Internet registries.

Chambers Global 2009

Fourteen Arnold & Porter attorneys were ranked as "Leaders in their Field" in eight practice areas by Chambers Global 2009. The firm was ranked in the No. 1 band for life sciences globally and in the No. 1 band for competition/antitrust in the United States. The firm was also ranked globally for competition/antitrust, in Belgium and Europe-wide for competition/European law; in Latin America for international arbitration; and in the United States for intellectual property, international trade, and outsourcing.

Washington, DC Super Lawyers 2009

Washington, DC Super Lawyers 2009 ranked 28 Arnold & Porter lawyers in 21 practice areas. William Baer and Michael Goodwin were named to the "Top 100 Super Lawyers in DC" list; and Debbie Feinstein was named to the "Top 50 Women Super Lawyers" in DC list.

Chambers UK 2009

Eleven Arnold & Porter attorneys were ranked as "Leaders in their Field" in seven practice areas by Chambers UK 2009. The firm was ranked in the No. 1 band for life sciences and product liability; and was ranked for intellectual property and media & entertainment. Tim Frazer was ranked for competition/European law; Jeremy Willcocks was ranked for corporate finance; Henry Clinton-Davis was ranked for employment; Ian Kirby was ranked for intellectual property and media & entertainment; Richard Dickinson was ranked for intellectual property; Alison Brown and Ian Dodds-Smith were ranked for life sciences and product liability; and Adela Williams, Elizabeth Driver, and Jacqueline Bore were ranked for product liability.

Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Life Sciences Industry and Regulatory Super League 2009

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 2 in the Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Life Sciences Industry Super League table and ranked No. 4 in the Regulatory Super League table for 2009. The firm has 19 recommended lawyers in the Industry Super League table and five recommended lawyers in the Regulatory Super League table. For both tables, the firm is recommended in England and Wales, EU, and the United States.

Michael Bernstein Inducted as a Fellow of The American College of Bankruptcy

The American College of Bankruptcy inducted Michael Bernstein as a Fellow of the College on March 27, 2009 in the Great Hall of the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. Mr. Bernstein is one of 33 nominees inducted in the Twentieth Class (2009) of College Fellows. Inductees were honored and recognized for their professional excellence and exceptional contributions to the fields of bankruptcy and insolvency.

Influence 50 Revenue Report 2008

Arnold & Porter ranked in the top 20 on the Influence 50 Revenue Report, which ranks the top lobby shops and law firms in the Washington, DC area in 2008. The report was published in the March 23, 2009 edition of Legal Times.

Monty Agarwal Named to NAPABA's "Best Lawyers Under 40" 2008

The National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) named San Francisco partner Monty Agarwal to its “Best Lawyers Under 40” list in Diversity & The Bar’s January/February 2009 issue. The President of NAPABA said, “NAPABA’s Best Lawyers Under 40 list recognizes young attorneys from across the country of the highest caliber.”

Arnold & Porter listed in Global Arbitration Review's "GAR 30" 2009

Arnold & Porter appears in the most recent edition (2009) of the Global Arbitration Review's "GAR 30," which profiles the world's top international arbitration law firms. Rankings are based on number of completed merits hearings; number of "bet the company" merits hearings; value of current portfolio; number of pending cases as counsel; and number of pending cases as arbitrator. For the second consecutive year, the firm ranked fourth worldwide in number of treaty-based arbitrations (17).

Global Competition Review's 2008 "GCR Global Elite"

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 7 in Global Competition Review’s “GCR Global Elite” 2008, a ranking of the top 20 antitrust practices in the world. In its analysis of Arnold & Porter, GCR wrote, “Arnold & Porter is the most respected antitrust firm in the United States.” Arnold & Porter is also recommended by GCR in Brussels. The ranking is based on the size of a firm’s competition practice; the number and location of nominees to The International Who’s Who of Competition Lawyers and Economists; the stability of the practice; and the number of votes it received from rival firms.

Sean Morris Named to Daily Journal's "20 Top Lawyers Under 40" 2009

Los Angeles and San Francisco Daily Journal named Sean Morris to its "20 Top Lawyers Under 40" feature in its January 21, 2009 edition. Mr. Morris was selected for his achievements in business litigation and is described by Daily Journal for “making his mark in some of California’s most cutting edge legal issues involving class action litigation.” In addition to his legal work, Mr. Morris is noted for creating a nonprofit called Reading to Kids, which organizes volunteers to read to children from the Los Angeles Unified School District’s schools on weekends.

Global Competition Review's USA Survey on Washington DC 2009

Arnold & Porter has been named an "Elite" competition practice in Washington, DC. Global Competition Review's USA Survey profiles the top 23 competition law firms in the District of Columbia, only eight law firms being named to the "Elite" category. Rankings are based on reputation, size of practice, and achievements.

International Who's Who of Product Liability Defense Lawyers 2009

Three Arnold & Porter partners were ranked on the International Who's Who of Product Liability Defense Lawyers 2009 list: Ian Dodds-Smith, Peter Grossi, and Peter Zimroth. This guide is a compendium of leading lawyers in business published by Law Business Research.

John D. Hawke, Jr. Receives the 2008 Richard Peterson Award

The Executive Council of the Banking Law Committee of the Federal Bar Association awarded John D. Hawke, Jr. the 2008 Richard Peterson Award in recognition of his outstanding accomplishments and contributions to banking law and the banking bar.  The Richard Peterson Award is presented annually and is dedicated to honoring a nominee who meets the following qualifications: (1) a substantial length of service in financial services (particularly banking) regulation and/or policy development, including service with one or more departments, agencies or congressional committees; (2) active involvement in landmark developments in laws, regulations, litigation or policy affecting the banking industry; and (3) personal qualities of the highest order.

Chambers Latin America 2009

Arnold & Porter was ranked as a leading law firm for International Arbitration by Chambers Latin America 2009. The publication also named Paolo Di Rosa a "leading individual" for International Arbitration.

Matthew Heartney Named to LA Business Journal's "Who's Who in LA Law" 2008

Los Angeles Business Journal named Matthew Heartney to its "Who's Who in LA Law" feature in its October 6-12, 2008 edition. This special feature profiled Mr. Heartney as one of the leading environmental attorneys working in Los Angeles.

Mark Colley and Michael Bernstein Named WBJ "Top Washington Lawyers" 2008

Washington Business Journal named Mark Colley and Michael Bernstein "Top Washington Lawyers" in its September 19-25, 2008 edition. Mr. Colley was selected as a winner for government contracts and Mr. Bernstein was selected as a finalist for bankruptcy.

Michael Goodwin Named "Leading Lawyer in Real Estate" 2008

Legal Times named Michael Goodwin one of Washington's "Leading Lawyers in Real Estate" in its September 15, 2008 issue. The article highlights the many DC area buildings he's worked on as a development transactions lawyer and the leadership role he played in establishing tax increment financing in the District. Many projects were established as a direct result of that law, including the Gallery Place complex, the Spy Museum, the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, and the Metrorail station at New York Avenue Northeast. The article quotes client Kingdon Gould III, who praises Mr. Goodwin for a "skill set that covers all my real estate needs. He is comprehensive, he speaks with clarity to identify issues that need resolution, and he is creative and cooperative in finding solutions."

The Best Lawyers in America 2009

Fifty-three Arnold & Porter lawyers from six US offices were named to The Best Lawyers in America 2009 in 22 practice areas. Arnold & Porter has more listed lawyers in Best Lawyers in the fields of antitrust, banking, corporate, and FDA law than any other firm in Washington, DC. The firm also has the most listed FDA attorneys in the US. The Best Lawyers in America is a referral guide to the US legal profession that is based on more than 2 million detailed evaluations of lawyers by other lawyers on a nationwide basis.

The UK Legal 500 2008

Arnold & Porter's London office was ranked as "recommended" by The UK Legal 500 2008 in the following practice areas: corporate and commercial (EU and competition, M&A: lower mid market, and venture capital); insurance (product liability: defendant); public sector (administrative and public law); technology, media and telecoms (brand management, IT and telecoms, intellectual property, media and entertainment, and pharmaceuticals and biotechnology); and transport (rail). The firm was also ranked in the "Dual US/UK law capability: 25-50 fee-earners" category. Ian Dodds-Smith and Ian Kirby were ranked as "leading individuals."

Jerome DeHerrera Named An "Up-And-Coming Lawyer" By Law Week Colorado in 2008

Law Week Colorado named Jerome DeHerrera an "Up-And-Coming Lawyer" in its September 29, 2008 issue. Mr. DeHerrera was one of only 17 attorneys to be honored. He was noted for leading the team for Lobato v. Taylor, a class-action suit brought by residents of Costilla County to restore their historic rights to use the former Sangre de Cristo Land Grant.

The Legal 500 US 2008

Arnold & Porter was ranked as "recommended" by The Legal 500 US 2008 in the following areas: Intellectual Property (copyright and trademarks); Litigation (antitrust, environment, international arbitration, international trade, product liability and mass tort defense, telecoms, and white-collar criminal defense); Media, Technology, and Telecoms (sports); Mergers, Acquisitions and Buyouts (M&A national firms - large deals); and Real Estate (District of Columbia - transactions and finance).

Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms 2009

Arnold & Porter was ranked in the top 20 of the Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms. The firm was ranked nationally No. 1 (tied) in antitrust for the sixth consecutive year and ranked in the top 10 for litigation. Arnold & Porter was ranked in the top five for "Best in Region" for Washington, DC and garnered a top 10 spot for "Best in Diversity." The firm also received prestigious rankings for diversity with respect to women, minorities, and GLBT.

American Lawyer's A-List 2008

Arnold & Porter ranked No. 8 in American Lawyer's "A-List" 2008, the magazine's sixth annual ranking of the nation's top 20 law firms. It is the fifth time the firm has made the list since its inception in 2003. The A-List is created through a composite ranking of four indicators based on data collected from The American Lawyer surveys: revenue per lawyer, associate satisfaction, workplace diversity and pro bono.

William Baer Receives the Chambers USA Antitrust Award For Excellence 2008

Chambers USA awarded partner William Baer the 2008 Award For Excellence in Antitrust. Mr. Baer competed with ten leading antitrust practitioners to gain this honor and was one of only three lawyers in the country singled out for individual honors by Chambers and Partners.

Firm Ranked in 24 Practice Areas by Chambers USA 2008

Arnold & Porter was ranked as a leading law firm in 24 practice areas by Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers 2008. Chambers USA also ranked 64 attorneys as "Leading Individuals." The firm's antitrust group ranked in the No. 1 band nationally and in the No. 1 band in Washington, DC for the seventh consecutive year. The bankruptcy, financial services, healthcare, life sciences and real estate practice groups also ranked in the No. 1 band.

Ronald Lee named one of the "50 Most Influential Minority Lawyers in America" 2008

The National Law Journal named partner Ronald Lee one of the "50 Most Influential Minority Lawyers in America" in its May 26, 2008 issue. The National Law Journal sought out "minority attorneys who have had a national impact in their fields and beyond during the last five years" and who "demonstrated the power to change the law, shape public affairs, launch industries and get big things done."  Mr. Lee's practice focuses on cybersecurity, information security and privacy, and technology law and policy.  The National Law Journal noted his experience in representing clients on novel matters in data security and security breaches, information privacy and security, and liability aspects of computer systems and networks.

Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Life Sciences Industry and Regulatory Super League 2008

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 3 in both the Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Life Sciences Industry Super League table and the Regulatory Super League table for 2008. The firm has 22 recommended lawyers in the Industry Super League table and six recommended lawyers in the Regulatory Super League table. For both tables, the firm is recommended in England and Wales, EU, and the United States.

Attorneys Named to "The 90 Greatest Washington Lawyers of the Last 30 Years" List 2008

Legal Times named Brooksley Born and Abe Fortas to its list of "The 90 Greatest Washington Lawyers of the Last 30 Years." The list was published in Legal Times' 30th Anniversary Special Issue on May 19, 2008. Retired partner Brooksley Born was recognized as a "Champion" for women's rights and women lawyers and one of the firm's founders, Abe Fortas (d. 1982), was described as a "Pioneer" for his landmark civil rights case (Gideon v. Wainwright) and for serving on the Supreme Court.

Robert Garrett named a "Leading Lawyer in Copyright and Trademark" 2008

Legal Times named Robert Garrett one of Washington's "Leading Lawyers in Copyright and Trademark" in its April 28, 2008 issue. Partner in the firm's intellectual property practice, Mr. Garrett represents major sports leagues, broadcast and cable television networks, and motion picture studios on matters involving the intersection of copyright and new technology. The article quotes Michael Mellis, general counsel of Major League Baseball Advanced Media: "Time and again, Bob Garrett is the go-to outside lawyer for the sports leagues and related organizations. There is no one else in the United States, or even the world, whom one would turn to before Bob on these types of [copyright] matters."

James Blackburn Named One of the Top "50 Leading IP Litigators in California" 2008

Los Angeles Daily Journal named James Blackburn to its "50 Leading IP Litigators in California" list in its April 9, 2008 issue. He was noted for representing Network Solution Inc. against Seven Words LLC, which claimed federal and state free speech violations in connection to the registration of Internet domain names.

Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Competition Super League 2008

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 14 globally in the Practical Law Company's Which lawyer? Competition Super League 2008 table. The firm was recommended for competition in Belgium, EU, and the United States and has ten recommended lawyers.

Timothy Macdonald Named to Denver Business Journal's "Forty Under 40" 2008

Denver Business Journal named Timothy Macdonald it its "Forty Under 40" list of business leaders in its March 7, 2008 issue. The list was determined by business leadership, community involvement, and recognition of accomplishments. Mr. Macdonald was noted for spending "hundreds of hours every year with nonprofits and on pro bono cases, and even founded some of his own philanthropic projects." Winners will be honored at a public event on March 20.

Influence 50 Revenue Report 2007

Arnold & Porter ranked in the top 20 on the Influence 50 Revenue Report, which ranks the top lobby shops and law firms in the Washington, DC area in 2007. The report was published in the March 17, 2008 edition of Legal Times. 

Washington, DC Super Lawyers 2008

Washington, DC Super Lawyers 2008 named 26 Arnold & Porter lawyers in 12 practice areas. William Baer and Michael Goodwin were named to the Top 100 Super Lawyers in DC list; and Anne O'Brien was named to the Top 50 Women Super Lawyers in DC list.

Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Yearbook 2008

Fifty Arnold & Porter lawyers were ranked by PLC Which Lawyer? Yearbook 2008 in 18 areas. The firm was ranked as "leading" in Competition/anti-trust (DC and USA), Life Sciences (USA and European Union), Corporate Real Estate (DC), and Corporate/M&A (DC); as "highly recommended" in Environment (DC), Corporate/M&A (USA), and Life Sciences (England); as "recommended" in Dispute Resolution (DC), Intellectual Property (DC and England), Telecoms & IT (USA and England), Competition/anti-trust (Belgium and European Union), and Environment (NY); and as "recognized" in Tax (DC).

Southern California Super Lawyers 2008

The following seven Arnold & Porter attorneys from the firm's Los Angeles office were named to the Southern California Super Lawyers 2008 list: Gregory Fant (closely held business, real estate, and banking), Laurence Hutt (business litigation), Ronald Johnston (intellectual property), John Quinn (general litigation), Ronald Redcay (antitrust litigation), Ellen Reisman (personal injury defense: products and general litigation), James Richman (real estate), and Suzanne Wilson (intellectual property, class action/mass torts, and business litigation).

Chambers UK 2008

Nine Arnold & Porter attorneys were ranked as "Leaders in their Field" in seven practice areas by Chambers UK 2008. The firm was ranked in the No. 1 band for life sciences and product liability; and was also ranked for intellectual property and media & entertainment (publishing). Ian Dodds-Smith and Alison Brown were ranked in life sciences and product liability; Tim Frazer was ranked in competition/European law; Jeremy Willcocks was ranked in corporate finance; Ian Kirby was ranked in intellectual property and media & entertainment (publishing); and Adela Williams, Dr. Elizabeth Driver, and Dr. Jacqueline Bore were ranked in product liability.

The American Lawyer's Litigation Department of the Year 2008

Arnold & Porter received Honorable Mention recognition by The American Lawyer in its "Litigation Department of the Year" feature, published in January 2008. The firm was highlighted for its success in savings and loan litigation and diet drug litigation. Arnold & Porter was one of 18 law firms singled out in the "Honor Roll" section. The American Lawyer wrote, "With the depth, breadth, and talent to win high-stakes disputes, these 18 firms achieved notable litigation records in 2006 and 2007."

Jerome DeHerrera Receives Outstanding New Hispanic Lawyer Award 2007

The Colorado Hispanic Bar Association awarded associate Jerome DeHerrera of the firm's Denver office with the Outstanding New Hispanic Lawyer Award for 2007. Mr. DeHerrera achieved this goal by demonstrating a strong commitment to the Hispanic community and the principles of the legal profession, including his work on Lobato and helping disenfranchised students through Padres Unidos. The award will be presented to Mr. DeHerrera at the Colorado Hispanic Bar Association's Annual Banquet on January 26, 2008.

Global Arbitration Review's "GAR 30" 2007

Arnold & Porter was ranked in the Global Arbitration Review's "GAR 30," which profiles the top 30 international arbitration law firms in the world. Rankings are based on reputation, number of cases worked on, and experience. The firm ranked fourth worldwide in number of treaty-based arbitrations.

The Best Lawyers in America 2008

Fifty-three Arnold & Porter lawyers from five US offices were named to The Best Lawyers in America 2008 in 22 practice areas. Arnold & Porter has more lawyers listed in FDA Law than any other firm in the US and Washington, DC with four ranked lawyers; and has more listed lawyers in Antitrust Law than any other firm in Washington, DC with six ranked lawyers. The Best Lawyers in America is a referral guide to the US legal profession that is based on more than 2 million detailed evaluations of lawyers by other lawyers on a nationwide basis.

Who's Who Legal 2008

The International Who's Who of Environment Lawyers 2008 listed firm Chair Thomas Milch and New York partner Michael Gerrard as two of the "Most Highly Regarded Individuals - Global." Arnold & Porter was the only firm to have two individuals included in the list of nine international lawyers. Washington, DC partners Joel Gross and Blake Biles are also ranked by Who's Who Legal for Environment.

Chambers Global 2008

Fourteen Arnold & Porter attorneys were ranked as "Leaders in their Field" in seven practice areas by Chambers Global 2008. The firm was ranked in the No. 1 band for life sciences globally and in the No. 1 band for competition/antitrust in the United States. The firm was also ranked globally for competition/antitrust; in Belgium for competition/antitrust; in Latin America for corporate & finance; in the United Kingdom for intellectual property; and in the United States for intellectual property, international trade, IT & IT outsourcing, and telecom, broadcast & satellite.

Global Competition Review's "GCR 100" 2007

"The GCR 100," a guide to the world's leading competition law practices, ranked Arnold & Porter No. 7 based on a combination of factors including the firm's number of Who's Who Legal nominees, the firm's standing among rivals and corporate counsel, and the size and stability of the practice area's partnership. The firm also ranked highly in the "Number of Who's Who Nominees" (eight) and top firms chosen by corporate counsel.

Michael Raschid and Richard Lucas named "Top Washington Lawyers" 2007

The Washington Business Journal named Michael Raschid and Richard Lucas “Top Washington Lawyers” in its September 14-20, 2007 edition. Mr. Raschid was selected as a finalist for technology transactions and Mr. Lucas was a finalist for real estate litigation.

Legal 500 United States, Volume 4: Real Estate, Labor and Employment, and Tax 2007

Arnold & Porter was ranked as "recommended" by The Legal 500 United States, Volume 4: Real Estate, Labor and Employment, and Tax 2007 in real estate: District of Columbia - transactions and finance.

New York Super Lawyers 2007

New York Super Lawyers 2007 named 12 Arnold & Porter lawyers in nine practice areas. Michael Gerrard was also named to the Top 100 Super Lawyers in New York list.

Jean Kalicki Named One of the Top 30 "Women of Arbitration" 2007

Global Arbitration Review named Jean Kalicki one of the top 30 "Women of Arbitration" in its September 2007 issue.  The all-female top 30 list was determined by research conducted for the International Who's Who of Commercial Arbitration 2008 and a survey of the ArbitralWomen members.  Ms. Kalicki is a Counsel with 18 years' post-qualification experience, has sat as an arbitrator seven times, and regularly serves as counsel to sovereign states and private entities in international arbitration.

Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms 2008

Arnold & Porter was ranked nationally No. 1 in antitrust for the fifth consecutive year, in addition to receiving prestigious rankings in overall diversity and diversity with respect to GLBT. The firm also ranked in the top five for "Best in Region" for Washington, DC.

American Lawyer's A-List 2007

Arnold & Porter named one of the top 20 law firms in the nation by American Lawyer's "A-List" 2007. This is the magazine's fifth annual ranking of the nation's elite. The A-List is created through a composite ranking of four indicators based on data collected from The American Lawyer surveys: revenue per lawyer, associate satisfaction, workplace diversity and pro bono. The firm has made the list on three prior occasions.

Legal 500 United States, Volume 3: Litigation 2007

Arnold & Porter was ranked as "recommended" by The Legal 500 United States, Volume 3: Litigation 2007 in the following areas: antitrust; environment; international arbitration; product liability and mass tort defense: pharmaceutical and medical devices; regulated industries: telecoms; SEC investigation and enforcement; copyright litigation: regional; and trademarks: litigation and dispute resolution.

Chambers USA 2007

Arnold & Porter was ranked as a leading firm in 23 practice areas by Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers 2007. Chambers also ranked 57 attorneys as "Leading Individuals." More than seventy percent of the firm's practice groups are now ranked by Chambers. The firm's antitrust group ranked in the No. 1 band in Washington, DC for the sixth consecutive year. The bankruptcy, financial services, healthcare, products liability, life sciences, and real estate practice groups also ranked in the No. 1 band.

William Baer named the "Lawyer of the Year" in Competition 2007

William Baer was named the "Lawyer of the Year" in Competition by the International Who's Who of Business Lawyers 2007 for the second consecutive year. In the US, Arnold & Porter also was named the top law firm in Washington, DC. This guide is a compendium of the practice areas covered by Who's Who Legal's separate single volume publications.

Deborah Feinstein named one of the "50 Most Influential Women Lawyers in America" 2007

The National Law Journal named Deborah Feinstein one of the "50 Most Influential Women Lawyers in America" in its May 28, 2007 issue. The National Law Journal sought out "female attorneys who have had a national impact in their fields and beyond during the last five years" and "women with the demonstrated power to change the legal landscape, shape public affairs, launch industries and do big things." Ms. Feinstein, a partner, is an antitrust lawyer who focuses on mergers and acquisitions before the Federal Trade Commission and the US Department of Justice. The National Law Journal noted her expertise in the retail, food, consumer products, healthcare, chemicals and automotive parts industries and her work representing Boston Scientific Corp., Loews Cineplex Entertainment Corp., Philip Morris, Kraft, and The Kroger Co.

Scott Schreiber named a "Leading Lawyer in Business Litigation" 2007

Legal Times named Scott Schreiber one of Washington's "Leading Lawyers in Business Litigation" in its April 30, 2007 issue. Partner and co-chair of the firm's securities enforcement and litigation practice, Mr. Schreiber has clients in both private suits and public enforcement proceedings. The article notes his work on nearly 20 different securities class actions filed in 2004 against Arthur Andersen relating to its work for Qwest Communications. The piece goes on to quote Melissa Widen, associate general counsel for Andersen: "He gets so deeply involved in a case that he becomes invaluable. Internal counsel can change and people can come and go, but he's been a mainstay." Mr. Schreiber has been with Arnold & Porter for 33 years and is noted for "represent[ing] a litany of major corporations in securities and accounting fraud litigation."

Chambers Global 2007

Twelve Arnold & Porter attorneys were ranked as "Leaders in their Field" by Chambers Global 2007. Marleen Van Kerckhove and Luc Gyselen were ranked in competition/antitrust (Belgium); William Baer was ranked in competition/antitrust (United States); John Barker, Lawrence Schneider and Michael Shor were ranked in WTO: international trade (United States); Whitney Debevoise was ranked in corporate & finance (Latin America); Ronald Johnston was ranked in intellectual property (United States); Matthew Maccoby was ranked in outsourcing (United States); and Norman Sinel was ranked in telecom, broadcast & satellite: regulatory (United States).

Chambers UK 2007

Seven Arnold & Porter attorneys were ranked as "Leaders in their Field" by Chambers UK 2007. Dr. Jacqueline Bore, Alison Brown, Dr. Elizabeth Driver, Ian Dodds-Smith, and Dr. Adela Williams were ranked in product liability; Mr. Dodds-Smith was also ranked in administrative & public law and life sciences; Ms. Brown was also ranked in life sciences; and Ian Kirby was ranked in intellectual property and media & entertainment: publishing.

Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Yearbook 2007

Arnold & Porter was named a "Global 50" law firm by the Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Yearbook 2007. The firm was ranked for its excellence and depth in competition/antitrust, environment, intellectual property, and life sciences. Read more…

Corporate Board Member's List of America's Best Corporate Law Firms 2007

Arnold & Porter was ranked as one of the top five law firms in Washington, DC by Corporate Board Member's list of America's Best Corporate Law Firms 2007.

Chambers Europe 2007

Four Arnold & Porter attorneys were ranked as "Leaders in their Field" in Chambers Europe 2007. Marleen Van Kerckhove and Luc Gyselen were ranked in competition/antitrust (Belgium); and Ian Kirby was ranked in intellectual property: soft IP specialists (United Kingdom). The following practice areas were also ranked: competition/antitrust (Europe-wide and Belgium); regulatory & public affairs (Europe-wide); and intellectual property: general (United Kingdom).

Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Competition Super League 2007

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 12 globally in the Practical Law Company's Which lawyer? Competition Super League 2007 table. The firm was recommended for competition in Belgium, EU, and the United States and has ten recommended lawyers.

Washington, DC Super Lawyers 2007

Washington, DC Super Lawyers 2007 named 34 Arnold & Porter lawyers in 15 practice areas. William Baer was named to the Top 100 Super Lawyers in DC list; and Deborah Feinstein and Anne O'Brien were named to the Top 50 Women Super Lawyers in DC list.

Legal 500 United States, Volume 2: Intellectual Property, Media, Technology, and Telecoms 2007

Arnold & Porter was ranked as "recommended" by The Legal 500 United States, Volume 2: Intellectual Property, Media, Technology, and Telecoms 2007 in the following areas: trademarks: litigation and dispute resolution; IP: copyright; media and entertainment: sports; and telecoms: litigation and appellate issues.

Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms 2007

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 1 nationally in antitrust for the fourth consecutive year by the Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms 2007. The firm also received prestigious rankings in quality of life and diversity with respect to minorities and GLBT; and was ranked in the top five for "Best in Region" for Washington, DC.

The Legal 500 United States, Volume 1: Corporate & Finance 2007

Arnold & Porter was ranked as "recommended" by The Legal 500 United States, Volume 1: Corporate & Finance 2007 in the following areas: asset finance and leasing, capital markets, corporate governance and SEC, corporate restructuring, investment funds, mergers and acquisitions, and private equity.

Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Life Sciences Industry and Regulatory Super League 2007

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 4 and No. 3, respectively, in the Practical Law Company's Which lawyer? Life Sciences Industry 2007 table and the Regulatory Super League 2007 table. The firm has 22 recommended lawyers in the Industry Super League table and five recommended lawyers in the Regulatory Super League table. For both tables, the firm is recommended in England and Wales, EU, and the United States.

Brian Condon Recipient of California Lawyer "Angel Award" 2006

Brian Condon was recognized in the December 1, 2006 issue of the California Lawyer for his commitment to pro bono work. Mr. Condon was also featured in the Los Angeles Daily Journal on December 4, 2006 for his environmental pro bono work in Pacoima, California.

Lawdragon 500 "Leading Lawyers in America" 2006

The following Arnold & Porter partners were named to Lawdragon 500's annual "Leading Lawyers in America" list, published in its Fall 2006 issue: William Baer, Deborah Feinstein, Brian Leitch, Arthur Levine, Richard Rosen, Michael Shor, William Vodra, and Peter Zimroth. An additional 18 Arnold & Porter lawyers were named to the Lawdragon 3000 Leading Lawyers in America list, which is published on Lawdragon.com.

John "Jack" Quinn named to the "Top 100" Most Influential Lawyers in California List

The Los Angeles Daily Journal named John "Jack" Quinn one of the "Top 100" most influential lawyers in California in their September 21, 2006 issue.  

Lawdragon 500 "New Stars, New Worlds" 2006

The following Arnold & Porter lawyers were named to Lawdragon 500's "New Stars, New Worlds" list, published in its Summer 2006 issue: Anand Agneshwar from the New York office, Justin Antonipillai and David Orta from the Washington, DC, office, Susan Hendrickson from the Northern Virginia office, and Timothy Macdonald from the Denver office.

The Best Lawyers in America 2007

The following four partners from the firm's New York office were named to "The Best Lawyers in America" 2007 list: Michael Gerrard (environmental law), Christine Rogers (nonprofit/charities law), James Swire (intellectual property law), and Peter Zimroth (commercial litigation). This list was published in New York magazine in its July 3-10, 2006 issue. "The Best Lawyers in America" is a referral guide to the US legal profession that is based on more than 1.5 million detailed evaluations of lawyers by other lawyers on a nationwide basis.

Two attorneys named to Washingtonian's "Top 40 Lawyers Under 40" list 2006

Justin Antonipillai and David Orta were named to Washingtonian’s “Top 40 Lawyers Under 40” list in its July 2006 issue.

Kevin Lavin named a "Leading Lawyer in Dealmaking" 2006

Legal Times named Kevin Lavin one of Washington’s “Leading Lawyers in Dealmaking” in its June 19, 2006 issue. The article notes his work on the $1.5 billion merger of US Airways with America West and the $858 million sale of American Management Systems to CGI and CACI. The article quotes Elizabeth Blake, former general counsel of US Airways, on the company's merger: "It was an immensely complex series of transactions....we literally couldn’t have done it without Kevin."

David Marsh named a "Leading Lawyer in Life Sciences" 2006

The Legal Times named David Marsh one of Washington's "Leading Lawyers in Life Sciences" in its April 10, 2006 issue. Mr. Marsh is commended for "his grasp of both the law and the science."  In the article, one of the firm's clients describes David: "He wants to know the big picture.  If he reads something in the news that could affect us, he is very proactive about helping us out....it has enhanced his value to us tremendously."

Lawdragon 500 "Leading Litigators in America" 2006

William Baer was named to the Lawdragon 500's "Leading Litigators in America" list, published in its Spring 2006 issue.

Southern California Super Lawyers 2006

The following eleven Arnold & Porter attorneys from the firm's Los Angeles office were named to the Southern California Super Lawyers 2006 list: Ronald Redcay (antitrust litigation), David Eisen (business litigation), Lawrence Hutt (business litigation), John Carlton (civil litigation defense), Mark Spooner (class action/mass torts), James Ham (energy/oil & gas), John Quinn (general litigation), Ellen Reisman (general litigation), Ronald Johnston (intellectual property), and Suzanne Wilson (intellectual property), and Ronald Blanc (tax).

International Who's Who of Product Liability Defense Lawyers 2006

Three Arnold & Porter partners were ranked on the International Who's Who of Product Liability Defense Lawyers 2006 list: Peter Zimroth, Peter Grossi, and Ian Dodds-Smith. This guide is a compendium of leading lawyers in business published by Law Business Research.

Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms 2006

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 1 nationally in antitrust for the third consecutive year by Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms 2006. The firm also received prestigious rankings in pro bono and diversity with respect to minorities and ranked in the top ten for "Best in Region" for Washington, DC and Southern California.

James Joseph named a "Top Washington Lawyer" for Tax, Trusts and Estates 2006

Washington Business Journal's 2006 "Top Washington Lawyers" named James Joseph a finalist for tax, trusts and estates.

The National Law Journal's "Defense Hot List" 2006

Arnold & Porter was one of 14 firms named to The National Law Journal's "Defense Hot List" 2006. The NLJ selected firms for their "exemplary, cutting-edge work on the defense side."

Competition Law360 2006

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 1 in antitrust litigation by Competition Law360 in 2006.

New York Super Lawyers 2006

The following ten Arnold & Porter attorneys were named New York Super Lawyers 2006: Stewart Aaron (business litigation), Richard Andersen (tax), Michael Gerrard (environmental litigation), Robert Holton (securities and corporate finance), Mark Stumpf (international), Richard Swanson (securities and corporate finance), James Swire (intellectual property), Kent Yalowitz (general litigation), Peter Zimroth (general litigation), and Ramon Marks (international).

Corporate Board Member's List of America's Best Corporate Law Firms 2006

Arnold & Porter was ranked as one of the top five law firms in Washington, DC by Corporate Board Member's List of America's Best Corporate Law Firms 2006.

Influence 50 Revenue Report 2006

Arnold & Porter was named to the Influence 50 revenue report, which ranks the top lobby shops and law firms in the Washington, DC, area in 2006. The report was published in the March 12, 2007 edition of  Legal Times. 

The Asia Pacific Legal 500 2007

Arnold & Porter was ranked as a recommended foreign firm for India in The Asia Pacific Legal 500 2007.

The UK Legal 500 2006

Arnold & Porter's London office was ranked as "recommended" by The UK Legal 500 2006 in the following practice areas: administrative and public policy, EU and competition, intellectual property, M&A: smaller deals, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, products liability defendant, publishing, rail, telecommunications, and venture capital. The firm was also ranked in the "Dual US/UK law capability: 25-50 fee-earners" category. Individuals highlighted in The UK Legal 500 include Alison Brown, Ian Dodds-Smith, Elizabeth Driver, Ian Kirby, and Jeremy Willcocks.

International Who's Who of Business Lawyers 2006

William Baer was named the leading Competition lawyer in the world by the International Who's Who of Business Lawyers 2006. This guide is a compendium of the practice areas covered by Who's Who Legal's separate single volume publications.

Chambers UK 2006

Four Arnold & Porter attorneys were ranked as "Leaders in their Field" by Chambers UK 2006 in the areas of administrative & public law, intellectual property, media & entertainment, life sciences, and product liability.

Practical Law Company's Global Environment Super League 2006

Arnold & Porter was named one of the top ten firms in the world by Practical Law Company's "Global Environment Super League" 2006.

William Vodra named a "Leading Lawyer in Food & Drug Law" 2005

Legal Times named William Vodra one of Washington’s “Leading Lawyers in Food & Drug Law” in its September 19, 2005 issue. Mr. Vodra is commended for his high-profile work on the regulatory side, as well as in situations where there is a threat of litigation.  He is described by one of the firm's clients as "the person to call....if the chips are really on the line and you've got to have the best," and "someone who can really give you the big picture of what you're facing and how the get to the other side." 

Washington Business Journal named seven attorneys to its "Top Washington Lawyers" list 2005

Arnold & Porter had more finalists and won more "top honors" than any other firm in Washington Business Journal's 2005 edition of "Top Washington Lawyers." Three attorneys were named winners: Kevin Lavin for corporate mergers and acquisitions, Daniel Lewis for bankruptcy, and Scott Schreiber for corporate litigation. Three attorneys were named finalists: Michael Goodwin for real estate, Susan Hendrickson for technology transactions, and Ronald Schechter for government contracts. Carey Smith was recognized as a "Young Gun" for real estate law.

Suzanne Wilson Named one of the "Top 30 IP Lawyers" 2005

Los Angeles Daily Journal named Suzanne Wilson, a partner in the firm's Los Angeles office, one of the "Top 30 IP Lawyers" in California in their May 2, 2005 issue.

William Baer named "Leading Lawyer in Antitrust" 2005

Legal Times named William Baer one of Washington's "Leading Lawyers in Antitrust" in its March 21, 2005 issue. Mr. Baer, who heads the firm's antitrust practice, was noted for his breadth of experience and success in major mergers, high-stakes private litigation, and the defense of cartel investigations.

Chambers USA 2005

Arnold & Porter was ranked as a leading firm in 14 practice areas by Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers 2005.

Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Yearbook 2005

Arnold & Porter was named a "Global 50" law firm by the Practical Law Company's Which Lawyer? Yearbook 2005. The firm was ranked for its excellence and depth in competition/antitrust, corporate real estate, dispute resolution, intellectual property, life sciences, and product liability.

Chambers Global 2004-05

Arnold & Porter's competition/antitrust practice group was ranked No. 1 in Washington, DC, for the fourth consecutive year by Chambers Global 2004-05. The telecommunications and commercial litigation practice groups were ranked among the leading firms in Washington, DC. In Belgium (Brussels), the firm's antitrust group was also ranked among the leading firms.

American Lawyer's A-List 2005

Arnold & Porter was ranked third among the top 20 law firms in the nation for outstanding performance on core professional values by the American Lawyer’s A-List 2005.

Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms 2005

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 1 nationally in antitrust for the second consecutive year by Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms 2005. The firm also received prestigious rankings in pro bono and diversity of minorities and ranked in the top ten for "Best in Region" for Southern California, a new ranking for the firm.

Corporate Board Member's List of America's Best Corporate Lawyers 2005

Arnold & Porter was named one of the top five law firms in Washington, DC by Corporate Board Member's list of America's Best Corporate Lawyers 2005.

Chambers UK 2005

Six Arnold & Porter attorneys were ranked as “Leaders in their Field” by Chambers UK 2005 in the areas of administrative & public law, intellectual property, life sciences, and product liability.

Practical Law Company's Competition Super League 2005

Arnold & Porter was ranked among the top ten firms in the world by Practical Law Company's Competition Super League 2005 table. The firm was recommended for its US, EU, and Brussels competition advice. The publication noted "Arnold & Porter has significantly broadened the scope of its antitrust practice since its entry into the Brussels market less than two years ago."

Practical Law Company's Corporate Real Estate Handbook 2004-2005

Arnold & Porter was recognized as a leading firm in Washington, DC by Practical Law Company's Corporate Real Estate Handbook 2004-2005. The firm was highly recommended nationwide for criteria based on how companies manage corporate real estate matters.

Chambers USA 2004

Arnold & Porter was ranked as a leading firm in 13 practice areas by Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers 2004.

Practical Law Company's Competition Super League 2004

Arnold & Porter was ranked among the top ten firms in the world by Practical Law Company's Competition Super League 2004 table. The firm was recommended for its US, EU, and Brussels competition advice.

American Lawyer's Midlevel Associates Survey 2004

In the 2004 American Lawyer's Midlevel Associates Survey, Arnold & Porter ranked No. 1 in the category of "AmLaw 100 and Global 100 Firms." Scoring a close to perfect mark, 4.97, the firm is noted for its strong commitment to pro bono work.

American Lawyer's A-List 2004

Arnold & Porter was ranked among the top 20 law firms in the nation for outstanding performance on core professional values by the American Lawyer’s A-List 2004.

Corporate Board Member's List of America's Best Corporate Lawyers 2004

Arnold & Porter was named one of the top three law firms in Washington, DC by Corporate Board Member’s list of America’s Best Corporate Lawyers 2004. In a separate survey of corporate general counsels, Arnold & Porter was named one of the top 20 law firms in the country.

Southern California Super Lawyers 2004

The following Arnold & Porter attorneys were named Southern California Super Lawyers 2004: Ronald Blanc, Gregory Fant, Daniel Grigsby, Ronald Johnston, John Quinn, Ronald Redcay, Ellen Reisman, and Richard Smith.

Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms 2004

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 1 nationally in antitrust in the Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law Firms 2004. The firm was also ranked one of the top three for pro bono and diversity of racial minorities.

Chambers UK 2003-2004

Arnold & Porter's London office was ranked No. 1 for life sciences in Chambers UK 2003-2004.

Bank Director's Survey 2003

Arnold & Porter was named one of the top four national law firms for large banks and among the top firms in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions by the 2003 Bank Director's Survey of the most active banking advisers in the country.

American Lawyer's A-List 2003

Arnold & Porter was ranked fourth among the top 20 law firms in the nation for outstanding performance on core professional values by the American Lawyer’s A-List 2003.

Corporate Board Member's List of America's Best Corporate Lawyers 2003

Arnold & Porter was named one of the top 20 law firms in the country and ranked second among the top five law firms in Washington, DC by Corporate Board Member 's list of America's Best Corporate Lawyers 2003.

Chambers Global 2003

Arnold & Porter's competition/antitrust practice group was ranked No. 1 in Washington, DC for the third consecutive year by Chambers Global 2003. The firm's telecommunications group was ranked in the top four tiers in Washington, DC.

Chambers USA 2003-2004

Arnold & Porter was named one of the "firms with the most big-hitters nationwide" in Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers 2003-2004.

Practical Law Company's Life Sciences Industry Super League 2003

Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 1 in Practical Law Company's Life Sciences - Industry Super League table 2003 in both the UK and the United States.

National Law Journal's Client List of Who Defends Corporate America 2002

Arnold & Porter ranked among the top 20 law firms that represent major corporations in litigation in The National Law Journal's Client List of Who Defends Corporate America 2002.

Bank Director's Survey 2002

Arnold & Porter was named one of the top ten "standout law firms" by the 2002 Bank Director's Survey of the most active banking advisers in the country.

The UK Legal 500 2002

Arnold & Porter ranked among The UK Legal 500’s top tiers in London in intellectual property and information technology; product liability; pharmaceuticals and biotechnology; telecommunications; intellectual property, patent litigation; and corporate law.

Corporate Board Member's List of America's Best Corporate Lawyers 2002

Arnold & Porter was named one of the top 20 law firms in the country and one of the top three law firms in Washington, DC in Corporate Board Member's list of America's Best Corporate Lawyers 2002.