Schwabe is proud to announce that its industry groups have earned 10 national and 42 regional rankings in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms®. This year’s results include national Tier 1 rankings in Land Use and Zoning Law, Native American Law, and Natural Resources Law, two national tier promotions, and new rankings in eight practice areas, a clear reflection of the depth of talent across our industry groups and the trust our clients place in us.

Moving Up Nationally

Two practices climbed from national Tier 3 to national Tier 2 this year: Admiralty and Maritime Law, a cornerstone of our Ports and Maritime Industry Group, and Copyright Law, a core part of our intellectual property practice. Schwabe also earned national Tier 2 rankings in Environmental Law, Litigation – Environmental, and Trademark Law, along with national Tier 3 rankings in Litigation – Intellectual Property and Real Estate Law.

“It is an honor to earn a national Tier 1 ranking again this year, recognizing the work our team does every day for businesses that depend on our Nation’s abundant natural resources, including forests, minerals, agriculture, and energy. We’re proud to be recognized among the top firms in the country for this important work.” — Ryen Godwin, Natural Resources Industry Group Leader

Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes client and peer feedback and an in-depth review of each firm’s experience and achievements. To be eligible for a ranking in a practice area, a firm must first have at least one lawyer recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® in that practice area. That individual recognition opens the door, and the outstanding work our teams do for clients builds the reputation behind these results.

Regional Strength Across Key Markets

Schwabe also earned 42 regional rankings across Alaska, Eugene, Portland, and Seattle, including 22 Tier 1 rankings. Portland led the way with 14 Tier 1 rankings, including seven new rankings this year, while new rankings in Tax Law (Portland Tier 1 and Seattle Tier 3) and Trusts and Estates (Portland Tier 1) further reflect the breadth of the firm’s business and estate planning capabilities.

Our 2027 Best Law Firms Rankings

National Tier 1

• Land Use and Zoning Law
• Native American Law
• Natural Resources Law

National Tier 2

• Admiralty and Maritime Law (up from Tier 3)
• Copyright Law (up from Tier 3)
• Environmental Law
• Litigation – Environmental
• Trademark Law

National Tier 3

• Litigation – Intellectual Property
• Real Estate Law

Regional Tier 1

• Alaska
  • Commercial Litigation
• Eugene
  • Land Use and Zoning Law
• Portland
  • Admiralty and Maritime Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law (new)
  • Corporate Law (new)
  • Labor Law – Management
  • Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Litigation – Construction (new)
  • Litigation – Intellectual Property
  • Litigation – Real Estate (new)
  • Product Liability Litigation – Defendants (new)
  • Real Estate Law
  • Tax Law (new)
  • Trademark Law
  • Trusts and Estates (new)
• Seattle
  • Admiralty and Maritime Law
  • Environmental Law
  • Litigation – Environmental
  • Native American Law
  • Natural Resources Law
  • Real Estate Law

Regional Tier 2

• Alaska
  • Labor Law – Management
• Portland
  • Copyright Law
  • Corporate Governance Law
  • Employment Law – Management
  • Litigation – Labor and Employment
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Patent Law
  • Railroad Law
  • Water Law
• Seattle
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • Copyright Law
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
  • Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants (new)
  • Trademark Law

Regional Tier 3

• Alaska
  • Employment Law – Management
• Seattle
  • Employment Law – Management
  • Product Liability Litigation – Defendants (new)
  • Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants
  • Tax Law (new)