Jenner & Block's Law Firm Defense Practice Receives Band 1 Nationwide Ranking in 2026 Chambers USA
Recognition
June 10, 2026
For the third consecutive year, Jenner & Block's Law Firm and Professional Services Defense Practice has achieved a Nationwide Band 1 ranking in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA. In addition, the partners in the practice group achieved individual rankings, including Michael McNamara as a "Star Individual," John Storino in Band 1, April Otterberg and Kirsten Hicks Spira in Band 2, while Katharine McLaughlin secured the ranking of Up and Coming.
“Law firms and lawyers increasingly find themselves navigating complex, high-stakes matters that demand deep expertise in professional responsibility and aggressive litigation when necessary,” said Law Firm and Professional Services Defense Co-Chairs Michael, John, Kirsten and April. “We’re proud to stand beside them as trusted counsel in their most serious and sensitive matters and deeply honored to receive this top ranking from Chambers for a second consecutive year.”
The firm has represented law firms and lawyers across the country seeking counseling or an aggressive defense in their most serious and sensitive matters. Drawing on decades of experience in the ethics and malpractice arena, we work strategically and discreetly to achieve the best resolution possible for our clients through early case and risk assessment, pre-litigation strategies, settlement negotiations, and litigation.
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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
June 10, 2026
For the third consecutive year, Jenner & Block's Law Firm and Professional Services Defense Practice has achieved a Nationwide Band 1 ranking in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA. In addition, the partners in the practice group achieved individual rankings, including Michael McNamara as a "Star Individual," John Storino in Band 1, April Otterberg and Kirsten Hicks Spira in Band 2, while Katharine McLaughlin secured the ranking of Up and Coming.
“Law firms and lawyers increasingly find themselves navigating complex, high-stakes matters that demand deep expertise in professional responsibility and aggressive litigation when necessary,” said Law Firm and Professional Services Defense Co-Chairs Michael, John, Kirsten and April. “We’re proud to stand beside them as trusted counsel in their most serious and sensitive matters and deeply honored to receive this top ranking from Chambers for a second consecutive year.”
The firm has represented law firms and lawyers across the country seeking counseling or an aggressive defense in their most serious and sensitive matters. Drawing on decades of experience in the ethics and malpractice arena, we work strategically and discreetly to achieve the best resolution possible for our clients through early case and risk assessment, pre-litigation strategies, settlement negotiations, and litigation.
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Related Capabilities
© 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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