WOW! CM Law Scores 31 Best Law Firms® Rankings Across 22 Practice Areas in 2027 Rankings!

WOW! CM Law Scores 31 Best Law Firms® Rankings Across 22 Practice Areas in 2027 Rankings!

National Recognition. Regional Reach. Real-World Results.

From complex commercial disputes to data security, intellectual property, and financial services, CM Law earns 2027 Best Law Firms rankings recognition across a broad range of practices and markets.

When legal challenges get complicated, experience across practice areas and markets matters. CM Law continues to deliver, as noted by 2027 Best Law Firms®, which again gave our firm top marks for performance in a host of practice areas spanning commercial litigation, privacy and data security, advertising, technology, insurance, franchise law, and more.

The rankings recognize CM Law practices at both the national and regional levels, reflecting the firm’s broad capabilities and its work helping clients navigate high-stakes disputes, evolving regulations, complex transactions, and industry-specific legal challenges.

National recognition for our work on behalf of clients in the following key practice areas:

  • National Tier 1: Commercial Litigation
  • National Tier 2: Advertising Law
  • National Tier 3: Information Security Law

These honors highlight the firm’s and our attorneys’ capabilities in matters that often significantly impact clients’ business operations, reputation, risk management, and bottom line.

Regional recognition of client work across eight markets:

CM Law’s regional rankings span Atlanta, Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, New York City, Philadelphia, Phoenix, and Washington, D.C., where our attorneys counsel clients on strategies to address a broad range of business-critical legal needs.

Regional Tier 1

  • Atlanta: Privacy and Data Security Law
  • Dallas/Fort Worth: Franchise Law; Insurance Law
  • Houston: Commercial Litigation
  • New York City: Commercial Litigation
  • Philadelphia: Patent Law
  • Washington, D.C.: Technology Law

Regional Tier 2

  • Atlanta: Commercial Litigation; Information Technology Law; Litigation – Construction
  • Austin: Commercial Litigation; Construction Law
  • Dallas/Fort Worth: Commercial Litigation; Litigation – Intellectual Property
  • Houston: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
  • New York City: Advertising Law

Regional Tier 3

  • Atlanta: Banking and Finance Law; Litigation – Intellectual Property; Real Estate Law
  • Austin: Real Estate Law
  • Dallas/Fort Worth: Litigation – Securities; Securities Regulation
  • New York City: Corporate Law; Litigation – Labor and Employment
  • Philadelphia: Employment Law – Management; Litigation – Labor and Employment
  • Phoenix: Insurance Law; Litigation – Insurance

CM Law’s ability to provide sound legal guidance across industries, geographies, and issues matters to clients and their advisors. Business disputes rarely fit neatly into one category, and legal risks can cross practice areas, industries, and jurisdictions. Our attorneys’ recognized capabilities mean clients have access to experienced counsel across a range of issues, with a focus on understanding business priorities and helping clients move forward.

Broad recognition built on strong client relationships

Rankings are one measure of a firm’s work. The relationships behind that work are what matter most. CM Law remains focused on delivering practical, responsive counsel tailored to clients’ business objectives, whether they are managing day-to-day legal needs or confronting a particularly complex challenge.

We are proud to have our practices recognized in the 2027 Best Law Firms® rankings and grateful to the clients who continue to place their trust in the firm.

The Best Law Firms® rankings are published annually by Best Lawyers® in partnership with U.S. News & World Report.


About CM Law

CM Law (cm.law) – formerly Culhane Meadows – is the largest national, full-service, women-owned & managed (WBE) law firm in the United States. Designed to provide experienced attorneys with an optimal way to practice sophisticated law while maintaining a superior work/life balance, the firm offers fully remote work options, a transparent, merit and math-based compensation structure, and a collaborative culture. Serving a diverse clientele—from individuals and small businesses to over 40 Fortune-ranked companies—CM Law is committed to delivering exceptional legal services across a broad spectrum of industries.


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