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Akerman's Stellar Achievement in Legal Excellence

Akerman LLP is celebrating a significant milestone after being recognized by Best Lawyers as a top law firm in the United States. In a landscape teeming with competition, Akerman stands out by securing an impressive 35 national practice rankings. Notably, it has earned the coveted title of 2026 Leveraged Buyouts & Private Equity Law Firm of the Year, a distinction awarded to only one firm in each area of practice nationwide.

Elevating Standards in Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity

This prestigious accolade reflects Akerman's robust competencies in transactional structuring, compliance with regulatory frameworks, due diligence, and innovative deal execution. Winning this award highlights the firm’s transformative impact and positions Akerman as a premier legal partner for private equity sponsors and investors, showcasing an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Record-Breaking National Rankings

In the latest rankings, Akerman achieved a remarkable 157 Tier 1 designations across several specialties that include Bankruptcy and Reorganization, Corporate Law, Healthcare, Intellectual Property, Labor and Employment, Litigation, Real Estate, and Tax Law. The firm simultaneously garnered 131 Metropolitan Tier 1 honors across vital market areas, including cities such as Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and Washington, D.C.. This breadth of recognition underscores the firm’s extensive capabilities and consistent performance in critical legal sectors.

Vision from Leadership

Scott Meyers, the firm’s Chairman and CEO, expressed pride in these achievements. He stated, “The recognition from Best Lawyers highlights the extraordinary talent and collaboration within our teams. Securing the title of '2026 Leveraged Buyouts & Private Equity Law Firm of the Year' underscores our market-leading strength in complex transactions. It's a testament to our dedication in achieving the highest results for our clients.” Akerman's unwavering focus on cultivating creativity and skill among its attorneys has continually resulted in favorable outcomes for clients both domestically and internationally.

A Culture of Excellence

The criteria for the Best Lawyers rankings are based on comprehensive evaluations encompassing client feedback, firm performance, and peer reviews aggregated from millions of surveys across the country. This recent accolade follows Akerman's exceptional performance with 344 lawyers honored across 80 practice areas in the 2026 Best Lawyers in America list, solidifying the firm’s standing among the top legal practitioners nationwide.

National Rankings Summary

1. Leveraged Buyouts & Private Equity Law – 2026 Law Firm of the Year
2. Appellate Practice
3. Banking and Finance Law
4. Bankruptcy – Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
5. Commercial Litigation
6. Construction Law
7. Corporate Law
8. Criminal Defense – White Collar
9. Employment Law - Management
10. Environmental Law
11. Franchise Law
12. Health Care Law
13. Insurance Law
14. International Arbitration – Commercial
15. Labor Law - Management
16. Land Use and Zoning Law
17. Litigation - Banking and Finance
18. Litigation - Bankruptcy
19. Litigation - Construction
20. Litigation - Environmental
21. Litigation - Intellectual Property
22. Litigation - Labor and Employment
23. Litigation - Real Estate
24. Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
25. Litigation - Securities
26. Mergers and Acquisitions Law
27. Patent Law
28. Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law
29. Real Estate Law
30. Securities / Capital Markets Law
31. Securities Regulation
32. Tax Law
33. Trusts and Estates
34. Venture Capital Law

For an exhaustive list of Akerman’s accomplishments, please consult the detailed rankings provided by Best Lawyers.

In conclusion, Akerman’s recognition not only accentuates its landmark achievements in the legal field but also serves as an inspiration for continued excellence in service delivery to clients.