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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
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A Jenner & Block team secured summary judgment on behalf of a pro bono client who was sued under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 after reporting a sexual assault and cooperating with law enforcement, bringing to a close nearly seven years of retaliatory litigation.
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.
Recognitions
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 Ranked #3 in The American Lawyer's A-List
Jenner & Block has ranked #3 in The American Lawyer's 2026 A-List — the firm’s highest placement yet among the top 20 elite firms recognized as "the best of the best."
Jenner & Block Named a Leader in Pro Bono by The American Lawyer
Jenner & Block has been named a leader in pro bono in The American Lawyer's 2026 Pro Bono Report, ranking in the top three nationally and #1 internationally for a second consecutive year.
Publications
Jenner & Block Marks Equal Time’s 25th Anniversary of Celebrating Community
Jenner & Block released the 25th edition of Equal Time, the firm’s annual inclusion and engagement report centered on “Celebrating Community.”
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.
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.