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 Litigation 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).

A 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.