Husch Blackwell law firm is celebrating the recognition of 156 of its attorneys in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 “Ones to Watch” list, which highlights legal professionals in the early stages of their careers demonstrating exceptional professional excellence across the United States. The 2025 edition marks a significant nod to the firm’s ongoing dedication to fostering emerging talent with 14 first-time honorees making their debut on this prestigious roster.
The “Ones to Watch” awards, first introduced in 2020, provide a platform for lawyers who are less established in their careers compared to those listed in traditional lawyer rating services. This year, individuals were acknowledged across various law disciplines including Antitrust, Health Care Law, and Intellectual Property, reflecting the firm’s broad expertise.
One significant aspect of Husch Blackwell’s representation on the list is the geographical diversity of its recognized attorneys. From Phoenix, Arizona, where Jessica Brown excels in Litigation-Antitrust and Labor and Employment, to Boston, Massachusetts, with honorees like Kasey Ciolfi recognized for her contributions to Health Care Law, the firm showcases its wide influence and legal capacity in major metropolitan areas across the country.
Moreover, newer areas of law are also represented, highlighting evolving legal business needs and the firm’s alignment with modern regulatory landscapes. For instance, several attorneys were honored for their specialization in Mass Tort Litigation, a complex field that deals with civil actions involving numerous plaintiffs against one or a few corporate defendants.
The listing also underscores a trend towards recognizing legal professionals who manage behind-the-scenes specifics of major sectors. For example, practitioners in Real Estate Law and Commercial Litigation in densely populated markets like Dallas, Texas, point to the critical role legal services play in business development and infrastructure growth.
Among the first-time recipients, many have singled themselves out through their dedication to emerging or particularly challenging aspects of law. Highlights include individuals like Anne M. Mayette in Chicago, Illinois, known for her prowess in Labor and Employment Litigation, and Lazaro Aguiar from St. Louis, Missouri, who specializes in Product Liability Litigation Defending, which involves defending companies in lawsuits over alleged defects in their products that cause injury or damage.
It’s notable that the recognition through “Ones to Watch” can serve as a springboard for legal practitioners, potentially accelerating their visibility and career advancement within the competitive legal marketplace. This acknowledgment can also enhance a firm’s reputation, attracting clientele seeking proven expertise in specific legal areas.
Additionally, the distinction of being listed in “Ones to Watch” supports career development, providing recipients with peer-reviewed validation that can enhance professional credibility and influence client decisions and industry perceptions. For Husch Blackwell, the inclusion of over 250 attorneys in the main “Best Lawyers in America” list, combined with the “Ones to Watch,” solidifies its standing as a top-tier legal service provider, committed to excellence across all levels of its operations.
As the legal industry continues to evolve, recognitions like these are fundamental not only to the career trajectories of individual attorneys but also to the strategic positioning and growth of law firms. They celebrate the depth of talent within firms and ensure legal practitioners are motivated to maintain high levels of professional service.