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The National Law Journal Profiles Jenner & Block as Washington, DC Law Firm of the Year
The National Law Journal named Jenner & Block its 2026 Washington, DC Law Firm of the Year at the DC Legal Awards on October 20 and profiled the firm in a Q&A with Washington, DC Office Managing Partner Lindsay Harrison.
Partner Katie Wynbrandt Named a 2026 Rising Star by The National Law Journal
Partner Katie Wynbrandt has been named a 2026 DC Rising Star in the appellate category by The National Law Journal at its DC Legal Awards.
Jenner & Block Named Justice Impact Partner at MacArthur Justice Center’s 40th Anniversary Gala
Jenner & Block received the Justice Impact Partner Award at the MacArthur Justice Center’s 40th Anniversary Gala on October 14 in Chicago.
Partner Adam Unikowsky Named 2026 Appellate Attorney of the Year by The National Law Journal
Partner Adam Unikowsky has been named Appellate Attorney of the Year at The National Law Journal’s 2026 DC Legal Awards.
Jenner & Block Receives Courage in Law Award from the New Jersey Institute for Social Justice
The New Jersey Institute for Social Justice (NJISJ) presented Jenner with its Courage in Law Award at its Fighting & Building Gala on October 20 in Newark, New Jersey. The event recognized leaders and organizations that exemplify the courage and vision required to fight for justice and build stronger communities.
Jenner & Block Recognized at The Unity Forum’s #BetterTogether Gathering
Jenner & Block was honored at The Unity Forum’s “A Chicago #BetterTogether Gathering” on October 11 – a signature community forum and civic initiative dedicated to restoring the historic alliance between Chicago’s African American and Jewish communities.
Jenner & Block was named Law Firm of the Year and announced as a winner in two additional categories by The National Law Journal at its 2026 DC Legal Awards, held in Washington, DC, on October 20.
Lawdragon Names Eight Jenner & Block Partners to 2027 500 Leading Dealmakers in America List
Lawdragon has named eight Jenner & Block partners to its 2027 500 Leading Dealmakers in America guide, which recognizes the lawyers behind the most significant transactions in the United States. The honorees practice in Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York across M&A, corporate, securities, private equity, and finance.
Chambers UK 2027 Ranks Jenner & Block’s London Office and Five Partners
Jenner & Block’s London office has once again earned a ranking in Corporate Crime & Investigations in the newly published Chambers UK 2027. The annual guide ranks leading law firms and lawyers across the United Kingdom, drawing on in-depth research and client feedback.
Jenner & Block Team Honored with The Legal Aid Society’s 2026 Pro Bono Publico Award
A Jenner & Block team was honored by The Legal Aid Society as a recipient of its 2026 Pro Bono Publico Award at an awards ceremony in New York on October 7.
Jenner & Block Leads Washington, DC Legal Industry in Pro Bono Hours for 2025
On September 30, Jenner & Block's Washington, DC office was honored by Chief Judges of the District of Columbia federal courts at the "40 at 50" Judicial Pro Bono Recognition Breakfast. The breakfast, sponsored by the DC Circuit Judicial Conference Standing Committee, recognizes firms in which at least 40% of lawyers contributed a minimum of 50 hours of pro bono legal services in 2025.
Jenner & Block Rises in American Lawyer Rankings for Summer Associate Experience
Jenner & Block ranked 14th nationally in The American Lawyer’s 2026 Summer Associate Satisfaction Survey, jumping 10 spots from last year. The annual survey measures summer associate satisfaction at US law firms based on ratings provided directly by summer associates across key firm qualities.
Jenner & Block Honored at Pro Bono Partnership’s 29th Anniversary Gala
Jenner & Block was named the Law Firm Honoree at Pro Bono Partnership's 29th Anniversary Gala on September 30 in New York City. The award recognizes a firm for its outstanding service to the community and its deeply rooted commitment to pro bono work. Pro Bono Partnership is a nonprofit organization that provides free business and transactional legal help to other nonprofits serving underrepresented people and strengthening neighborhoods across Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York.
Daily Journal Names Julie Shepard One of California's Top 100 Lawyers of 2026
Los Angeles Partner Julie Shepard has been named to the Daily Journal's 2026 list of the Top 100 Lawyers in California. The award features the most exceptional attorneys who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and impact through their work across the state.
Jenner & Block Receives Cal-APABA's 2026 President's Award
Jenner & Block was honored with the California Asian Pacific American Bar Association's (Cal-APABA) 2026 President's Award, presented at the organization's Annual Conference gala in San Diego on September 26. Associate Sarah Sun Lee accepted the award on the firm's behalf.
Six Jenner & Block Partners Named to Forbes' 2026 Top Lawyers List
Forbes recognized Partners Ishan Bhabha, Lindsay Harrison, Katya Jestin, Annie Kastanek, Alison Stein, and Adam Unikowsky to its list of 2026 Top Lawyers, which highlights the best attorneys in America across practice areas.
28 Jenner & Block Partners Named to Lawdragon's 2027 500 Leading Litigators in America
Lawdragon has recognized 28 Jenner & Block partners on its 2027 list of the 500 Leading Litigators in America. The guide recognizes lawyers who excel at advocacy before juries, judges, and other decision makers, spanning practice areas from appellate and Supreme Court advocacy to business litigation, class actions, mass torts, and investigations.
Jenner & Block Advances to #11 Nationally in the 2026 ALM Midlevel Associate Survey
Jenner & Block advanced to #11 nationally in The American Lawyer's 2026 Midlevel Associate Survey. It's the firm's fourth consecutive year of progress, rising from #20 in 2025, #34 in 2024, and #40 in 2023.
Jenner & Block Named Finalist in Seven 2026 D.C. Legal Awards Categories
Law.com and The National Law Journal have named Jenner & Block a finalist in all seven categories in which the firm and its attorneys were considered for the 2026 D.C. Legal Awards.
Crain's Chicago Business recognized Jenner & Block Partners Annie Kastanek, Wade Thomson, and Andrew Vail among its 2026 Notable Leaders in Accounting, Consulting & Law. The list spotlights firm leaders and practice heads whose work shapes business, civic life, and the courts throughout the region.