The Executive Council of the Banking Law Committee of the Federal Bar Association awarded John D. Hawke 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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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."
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
Arnold & Porter was ranked as a leading law firm in 36 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.
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.
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.
Legal Times named Michael Sohn, 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. Former chair of the firm Michael Sohn was recognized as a "Visionary" for his leadership skills as chair and for his career as an antitrust lawyer; 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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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 named 26 Arnold & Porter lawyers in 12 practice areas. William Baer, Michael Goodwin, and Michael Sohn 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.
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).
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).
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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; Clive Thorne and Ian Kirby were ranked in intellectual property and media & entertainment (publishing); and Adela Williams, Dr. Elizabeth Driver, and Dr. Jacqueline Bore were ranked in product liability.
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.
"The GCR 20," a guide to the world's top twenty 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" (8) and top firms chosen by corporate counsel.
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.
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 named 12 Arnold & Porter lawyers in nine practice areas. Michael Gerrard was also named to the Top 100 Super Lawyers in New York list.
Arnold & Porter partners Robert Weiner and Peter Zimroth were named to Lawdragon 500's annual "Leading Lawyers in America" list, published in its Fall 2007 issue. An additional 11 Arnold & Porter lawyers were named Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers Finalists, a list that is published on Lawdragon.com.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Arnold & Porter was ranked as a leading firm in 26 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 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.
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.
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."
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 and Michael Sohn were 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); Clive Thorne was ranked in intellectual property (United Kingdom); 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).
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 and Clive Thorne were ranked in intellectual property and media & entertainment: publishing.
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 expertise and depth in competition/antitrust, environment, intellectual property, and life sciences. Read more…
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.
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.
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 Clive Thorne and Ian Kirby were 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).
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 named 34 Arnold & Porter lawyers in 15 practice areas. William Baer, Irvin Nathan, and Michael Sohn were also 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Justin Antonipillai and David Orta were named to Washingtonian’s “Top 40 Lawyers Under 40” list in its July 2006 issue.
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."
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."
William Baer and Robert Weiner were named to the Lawdragon 500's "Leading Litigators in America" list, published in its Spring 2006 issue.
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).
Five Arnold & Porter partners were ranked on the International Who's Who of Product Liability Defense Lawyers 2006 list: Peter Zimroth, Robert Weiner, Peter Bleakley, Peter Grossi, and Ian Dodds-Smith. This guide is a compendium of leading lawyers in business published by Law Business Research.
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.
Washington Business Journal's 2006 "Top Washington Lawyers" named James Joseph a finalist for tax, trusts and estates.
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."
Arnold & Porter was ranked No. 1 in antitrust litigation by Competition Law360 in 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).
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.
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.
Arnold & Porter was ranked as a recommended foreign firm for India in The Asia Pacific Legal 500 2007.
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, Clive Thorne, and Jeremy Willcocks.
Arnold & Porter's Belgium office was ranked as "recommended" by The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa 2006 in competition and EU regulatory. The Legal 500 wrote, "The 'very smart' Marleen Van Kerckhove spearheads Arnold & Porter LLP's competition team, which has recently added to its ranks in the shape of Luc Gyselen, formerly of the Commission. Tim Frazer, who divides his time between Brussels and London, is commended by one client for 'combining a deep intellect with a consummately practical approach - an absolutely fantastic lawyer'."
Arnold & Porter was ranked as a leading firm in 17 practice areas by Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers 2006. Chambers also ranked 41 attorneys as "Leading Individuals." Seventy percent of the firm's practice groups are now ranked by Chambers. The firm's antitrust group ranked No. 1 in Washington, DC. The bankruptcy, financial services, healthcare, products liability, and real estate practice groups ranked in the No. 1 band.
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.
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.
Arnold & Porter was named one of the top ten firms in the world by Practical Law Company's "Global Environment Super League" 2006.
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."
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.
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.
Legal Times named Michael Sohn and William Baer two of Washington’s “Leading Lawyers in Antitrust” in its March 21, 2005 issue. Mr. Sohn was noted for "his skills as negotiator and his ability to craft settlements on the eve of trial" in the most complex matters. 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.
Arnold & Porter was ranked as a leading firm in 14 practice areas by Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers 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 expertise and depth in competition/antitrust, corporate real estate, dispute resolution, intellectual property, life sciences, and product liability.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
Arnold & Porter was ranked as a leading firm in 13 practice areas by Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Arnold & Porter's London office was ranked No. 1 for life sciences in Chambers UK 2003-2004.
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.
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.
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.
Arnold & Porter received the Chambers USA "Antitrust Law Firm of the Year Award" 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.
Arnold & Porter was named one of the "firms with the most big-hitters nationwide" in Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers 2003-2004.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.