Pierson Ferdinand Partners Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027
Increase builds on last year’s recognition, pointing to the strength of PierFerd’s Partner-led model
New York, NY – August 20, 2026 – Pierson Ferdinand is proud to share that 59 of its Partners have been included in The Best Lawyers in America®’s edition for 2027.
Across all four of its core practices, the Firm saw 53 Partners recognized as “Best Lawyers”, while a further six (6) Partners were named “Ones to Watch.” Employment, Labor, and Benefits Partner Jill Stricklin was also named a “Lawyer of the Year” in Charlotte for Employment Law - Management.
For more than 40 years, The Best Lawyers in America® has recognized standout legal talent across the country through a detailed peer-review process, providing a trusted directory of top legal professionals in the United States. PierFerd’s strong representation in the 2027 edition reinforces the Firm’s standing as a destination for elite legal talent nationwide.
A. Michael Pierson and Joel M. Ferdinand, Co-Chairmen of Pierson Ferdinand, said:
“We are delighted to see 59 of our PierFerd Partners recognized by The Best Lawyers in America®. This kind of recognition doesn’t happen by accident. It reflects the caliber of talent PierFerd has built and continues to build globally, and it’s a trend we expect to continue. Congratulations to our Partners on this well-deserved honor.”
See the full list of PierFerd Partners recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® below:
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2027 Edition
About PierFerd
Pierson Ferdinand LLP is an international law firm serving clients globally from 25+ markets. Its 290+ partners practice in 90+ areas of law, including corporate, M&A, securities, employment and executive compensation, intellectual property, litigation, private clients & estates, and tax. Its partners have a reputation for excellence and have significant experience practicing in preeminent law firms, corporate legal departments, and government.[1]
[1] In London, the firm operates as Pierson Ferdinand UK LLP, a limited liability partnership registered in England & Wales with registered number OC449880. It is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with registered number 8006801. Pierson Ferdinand UK is connected with its affiliate in the United States, Pierson Ferdinand LLP, although they are two separate legal entities.
The word “partner” denotes a member of Pierson Ferdinand UK or an employee or consultant with equivalent standing and qualifications.
