The firm’s Supreme Court and Appellate Litigation practice was recognized among the top appellate practices in the nation by both Chambers USA and The Legal 500 for 2025. The publications perform in-depth client-focused research and are read by industry-leading companies and organizations worldwide.

Chambers USA and The Legal 500 also ranked partners Lisa Blatt, Amy Saharia, and Luke McCloud among the top appellate lawyers in the country. Lisa was named a “Star Individual” by Chambers USA and to the “Appellate Hall of Fame” by The Legal 500. Amy was recognized among the top appellate practitioners in the U.S. by Chambers USA and as a “Leading Lawyer” in Appellate by The Legal 500. Luke was named a “Next Generation Partner” in Appellate by The Legal 500.

Chambers USA ranked the firm in Band 1 and reported that clients and peers say: “Williams & Connolly is trusted to handle the most complex appellate matters of any type. The law firm has a strong bench of advocates, who are dedicated to understanding clients’ businesses.” The Legal 500 likewise ranked the firm in Tier 1 and reported one client’s experience: “The team was exceptionally responsive and engaged. Its arguments were comprehensive and innovative. In a mooting session before the argument, their team included five former SCOTUS law clerks. In addition, they provided valuable advice to us to avoid constitutional problems in the future.”

Click here to see the firm’s Supreme Court and Appellate Litigation practice profile by Chambers USA; and click here to see the firm’s profile by The Legal 500.