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Jenner & Block Secures Trial Victory for Chance the Rapper
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Recognition
Jenner & Block Named Law Firm of the Year, Earned Additional Honors Across Categories by The American Lawyer 2025 Industry Awards
Recognition
Recognition
Chicago Bar Association Names Jenner & Block Law Firm of the Year
Recognition
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Jenner & Block Secures Life-Changing Settlement for Native Foster Youth
Jenner & Block successfully represented a former foster youth and member of the Bear River Band of Rohnerville Rancheria, a federally recognized tribe in Humboldt County, California, who faced homelessness and the loss of critical services. The firm advocated for pro bono clients Madison Fisher and her tribe in litigation against the State of California and Humboldt County, securing $45,000 in compensation and a statewide policy change that will protect Native foster youth throughout California.
Jenner & Block Announces 2026 Partner and Special Counsel Promotions
Jenner & Block announced the elevation of 10 lawyers to the partnership and advancement of five lawyers to special counsel, effective January 1, 2026.
Jenner & Block Secures Pro Bono Victory in Huntington Beach Library Censorship Case
In a significant pro bono win, Jenner & Block successfully challenged a censorship policy at the City of Huntington Beach’s public libraries.
Recognitions
National Legal Aid & Defender Association Honors Jenner & Block with 2026 Beacon of Justice Award
Jenner & Block has been named a recipient of the National Legal Aid & Defender Association’s (NLADA) 2026 Beacon of Justice Award for the “firm’s commitment to advancing equal justice through innovative and impactful pro bono work.” This year’s recognition highlights law firms “addressing issues related to ‘Protecting Democracy and Civil Rights’ for work done in 2025.”
Chambers USA 2026 Highlights Jenner & Block's Strength Across California
Chambers USA 2026 guide once again recognized Jenner & Block as a leader in the California legal market, highlighting the firm’s excellence across its general commercial, white collar, media and entertainment, and intellectual property practices, with 13 lawyers earning individual recognition.
2026 Chambers USA Recognizes 40 Practice Areas, 86 Lawyers from Jenner & Block
The Chambers USA 2026 guide has recognized Jenner & Block as a leading firm in 40 practice areas, with practice rankings in 17 national and 23 state categories, and 86 lawyers individually recommended across practice areas at the national and state level. Ranked firms and individuals demonstrate qualities most valued by clients, including technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, and commitment.
Publications
Jenner & Block’s 2025 Annual Pro Bono Report — The Heart of the Matter
The 25th edition of The Heart of the Matter is published on May 1 to align with Law Day, and features stories drawn from Jenner & Block’s pro bono work in 2025.
Analysis of California Supreme Court Ruling on Attorney Liability
In the Summer 2025 edition of the ABTL Report, Partner AnnaMarie Van Hoesen and Associate Effiong Dampha provide an in-depth analysis of the California Supreme Court’s recent decision in Escamilla v. Vannucci.
Events
Partners Kate Spelman and Joanna Wright to Participate at NAWL’s General Counsel Institute
Partner Joanna Wright will moderate a panel featuring Partner Kate Spelman at the National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL)’s General Counsel Institute on October 16.
Partners Jennifer Lee, Alex Romain, and Todd C. Toral will present a CLE designed to help in-house counsel respond to corporate turmoil. All three partners, based in Jenner & Block’s West Coast offices, have significant experience guiding a variety of clients through crises.
“Securing Your Seats at the Table,” USC Gould School of Law’s 2024 Intellectual Property Institute
On March 18, Partner and Co-Chair of the firm’s Sports & Gaming Practice, Carissa Coze, will speak on a panel discussion at the USC Gould School of Law’s 2024 Intellectual Property Institute. The panel will provide insight to lawyers on navigating the challenges women in law face while securing their seat at the legal leadership table.