Shackelford, McKinley & Norton has earned Best Law Firms® recognition in 12 unique practice areas for 2025.
Best Law Firm recognition is considered a reliable indicator of a firm’s credibility within the legal industry.
The comprehensive selection process involves multiple factors, starting with client feedback on critical elements including a firm’s expertise, responsiveness, and cost-effectiveness. Peer reviews from top attorneys further assess a firm’s legal skill and professional integrity.
Best Law Firms recognitions for 2025 include:
Tier 1 DFW Metro
Aviation Law
Banking and Finance Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Corporate Law
Tier 1 Houston Metro
Insurance Law
Litigation Insurance
Tier 2 DFW Metro
Construction Law
Construction Litigation
Family Law
Tier 3 DFW Metro
Appellate Practice
Patent Law
Trademark Law
To qualify for Best Law Firm consideration, at least one attorney from the firm must be recognized by Best Lawyers in the specific practice area. This year, a total of 15 Shackelford, McKinley & Norton attorneys from Dallas and Houston earned this distinction. Additionally, the firm had seven attorneys named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch list, highlighting the firm’s exceptional talent and future leaders in the legal field.