Daily Journal Names Brandon Fox and Reid Schar Two of California’s Top 100 Lawyers and Distinguished Counsel of 2025
Recognition
September 22, 2025
Century City and Los Angeles Office Managing Partner Brandon Fox and San Francisco Office Managing Partner Reid Schar were named among the “Top 100 Lawyers” in California for 2025 by the Daily Journal. The award features the most exceptional attorneys who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and impact through their work.
Brandon's profile highlights his career handling significant and complex investigations, litigation, and trials, first as a federal prosecutor and then as a partner at Jenner & Block.
"I've been practicing law for over 20 years. I was drawn to complex trial work because I like to work on matters that have high stakes and the ability to make a large impact,” said Brandon, who co-chairs the firm’s Investigation, Compliance, and Defense practice.
Reid's profile showcases his transition from an assistant US attorney to a co-chair of Jenner & Block's Litigation Department. His years of prosecutorial experience gives him valuable insight into trials, regulatory matters, and complex investigations, which he applies to high-stakes corporate defense and litigation work.
"I was drawn to the law by a strong sense of fairness and a desire to help others. I've also always been energized by the challenge of tackling complex legal issues and the opportunity to help shape real-world outcomes," said Reid.
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© 2026 Jenner & Block LLP. Attorney Advertising. Jenner & Block LLP is an Illinois Limited Liability Partnership including professional corporations. This publication, presentation, or event is not intended to provide legal advice but to provide information on legal matters and/or firm news of interest to our clients and colleagues. Readers or attendees should seek specific legal advice before taking any action with respect to matters mentioned in this publication or at this event. The attorney responsible for this communication is Brent E. Kidwell, Jenner & Block LLP, 353 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654-3456. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Jenner & Block London LLP, an affiliate of Jenner & Block LLP, is a limited liability partnership established under the laws of the State of Delaware, USA and is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with SRA number 615729. Information regarding the data we collect and the rights you have over your data can be found in our Privacy Notice. For further inquiries, please contact dataprotection@jenner.com.
Recognition
September 22, 2025
Century City and Los Angeles Office Managing Partner Brandon Fox and San Francisco Office Managing Partner Reid Schar were named among the “Top 100 Lawyers” in California for 2025 by the Daily Journal. The award features the most exceptional attorneys who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and impact through their work.
Brandon's profile highlights his career handling significant and complex investigations, litigation, and trials, first as a federal prosecutor and then as a partner at Jenner & Block.
"I've been practicing law for over 20 years. I was drawn to complex trial work because I like to work on matters that have high stakes and the ability to make a large impact,” said Brandon, who co-chairs the firm’s Investigation, Compliance, and Defense practice.
Reid's profile showcases his transition from an assistant US attorney to a co-chair of Jenner & Block's Litigation Department. His years of prosecutorial experience gives him valuable insight into trials, regulatory matters, and complex investigations, which he applies to high-stakes corporate defense and litigation work.
"I was drawn to the law by a strong sense of fairness and a desire to help others. I've also always been energized by the challenge of tackling complex legal issues and the opportunity to help shape real-world outcomes," said Reid.
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Related Locations
© 2026 Jenner & Block LLP. Attorney Advertising. Jenner & Block LLP is an Illinois Limited Liability Partnership including professional corporations. This publication, presentation, or event is not intended to provide legal advice but to provide information on legal matters and/or firm news of interest to our clients and colleagues. Readers or attendees should seek specific legal advice before taking any action with respect to matters mentioned in this publication or at this event. The attorney responsible for this communication is Brent E. Kidwell, Jenner & Block LLP, 353 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654-3456. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Jenner & Block London LLP, an affiliate of Jenner & Block LLP, is a limited liability partnership established under the laws of the State of Delaware, USA and is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with SRA number 615729. Information regarding the data we collect and the rights you have over your data can be found in our Privacy Notice. For further inquiries, please contact dataprotection@jenner.com.
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