Jenner & Block is one of just four firms recognized as an “Illinois Powerhouse” by Law360. Prestigious law firms that made the list reflect “not only the work of exemplary firms, but also emerging legal trends in each state.” This is the second consecutive year Jenner earned the “Powerhouse” ranking, and fourth time since 2021.
Law360 recognized several of Jenner’s prominent matters, such as a successful defense of a multinational hospitality company Hyatt Corp. in an antitrust class action, a rare vacatur of an international arbitration award on behalf of an Indian financial executive, and over 30,000 hours of pro bono work.
The profile highlights Jenner’s 17% increase in revenue over the past year, a boost that Chicago Office Managing Partner Melissa Root “attributed to the firm's strategic growth.” A piece of that growth strategy, as the profile mentions, is the addition of our Mass Torts and Product Liability practice group that helps offer clients a full life cycle approach.
"We are bullish on Chicago and have continued to grow — adding talent across our practice areas in alignment with our strategy," Melissa said. "In the years ahead, we plan to expand our investment and talent acquisition in key sectors where our clients operate, including aerospace and defense, food and beverage, transactions, energy, hospitality and real estate, technology and more."
"We have a track record that speaks to our expertise in navigating the most intricate legal landscapes — from antitrust law to international arbitration to criminal defense," added Partner Annie Kastanek.
In reflecting on the successful vacatur of a $25 million international arbitration award against Meleveetil Damodaran, the former chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India, Partner Wade Thomson said, “Jenner has positioned itself as a trusted firm worldwide, emphasized when Mr. Damodaran…turned to us when he had a problem. This decision embodies who we are: the firm that clients turn to when the stakes are highest."
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