To qualify for the list, honorees were required to demonstrate at least two significant legal outcomes achieved between January 2023 and February 2025. Bloomberg Law’s editorial team and litigation analysts vetted the nominations, focusing on practitioners who demonstrated superior strategic thinking and advocacy in the courtroom. Beyond the wins, the report features insights from these lawyers on trial preparation, the role of credibility in front of juries, and techniques for adapting strategy as cases unfold.

Lisa Helem, executive editor at Bloomberg Industry Group, noted that the honorees distinguish themselves through their judgment and meticulous preparation. The full report, which includes advice for emerging litigators and detailed breakdowns of recent consequential cases, is available on the Bloomberg Law website.