Ballard Spahr announced that 92 of the firm’s attorneys, including four in the Phoenix office, have been recognized for excellence in this year’s Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business rankings, along with 25 practices—the highest number of ranked practices ever for the firm.
Ballard Spahr is ranked in the highest band nationwide for Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance, reflecting the strength of the firm’s powerhouse Consumer Financial Services practice. The firm also is ranked nationally for its work as Maryland Counsel for REITs. This year’s rankings recognize Ballard Spahr as a nationwide leader in Real Estate, indicative of the firm’s key role in major property-related projects and transactions across the country.
In the state categories, Ballard Spahr’s Corporate M&A and Environment (including water rights) practices in Arizona are among the 19 practices noted for excellence.
Chambers USA annual rankings are compiled through client interviews, peer reviews, and independent research. The rankings reflect criteria considered most valued by clients, including legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial awareness, diligence, and value.
Ballard Spahr Phoenix 2017 Chambers USA “Leaders in Their Fields”
Business and Finance
Karen C. McConnell, Corporate/M&A
Litigation
David J. Armstrong, Environment (including water rights)
David J. Bodney, First Amendment Litigation (Nationwide)
Ronald J. Stolkin, Labor and Employment
