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Best Law Firms® Names B&D “Law Firm of the Year” for Environmental Litigation in 2025

Best Law Firms® 

Best Law Firms® named B&D “Law Firm of the Year” for Environmental Law in the 15th edition of the United States Best Law Firms® rankings. This is the seventh year B&D has received a “Law Firm of the Year” recognition in an environmental category. 

B&D also maintained Tier 1 national recognition for Environmental Law and regional Tier 1 recognitions in all seven cities where B&D has an office.

“We appreciate Best Law Firms’ continued recognition of our firm’s leadership and distinction in environmental law and litigation across the country. Every day I am proud to be a part of The Environmental Law Firm and work with such wonderful clients and colleagues, said Firm Chair Kathy Szmuszkovicz (Washington, DC).

press release about the Best Law Firms methodology states that the “Law Firm of the Year” sets the “highest standards within specific practice areas. Achieving a “Law Firm of the Year” distinction signals outstanding service and dedication to clients, establishing these firms as leaders in their fields.”

Tier 1

National

  • Environmental Law
  • Environmental Litigation

Austin

  • Environmental Law
  • Environmental Litigation

Baltimore

  • Environmental Law
  • Environmental Litigation

Boston

  • Environmental Law
  • Environmental Litigation

New York

  • Environmental Law
  • Environmental Litigation

San Francisco

  • Environmental Law
  • Environmental Litigation

Seattle

  • Environmental Law
  • Environmental Litigation

Washington, DC

  • Environmental Law
  • Environmental Litigation
  • Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions - Defendants

Tier 2

National

  • Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions - Defendants

Baltimore

  • Commercial Litigation

View the 2025 United States Best Law Firms® online publication here.

Earlier this year, Best Lawyers®, recognized 29 B&D attorneys in the fields of Environmental Law, Environmental Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Mass Tort Litigation, and Natural Resources Law. In addition, Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch© in America listed 28 B&D lawyers for Environmental Law, Environmental Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, and Health Care Law.