Friedman Schuman Layser has been honored with recognition in multiple practice areas in the 16th edition of Best Law Firms, reflecting the firm's strong reputation for legal excellence and client service. The firm received Metropolitan Tier 1 rankings in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Real Estate Law. It also received Metropolitan Tier 2 rankings in Employment Law – Management; Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs; and Trusts and Estates for the Philadelphia metro area.
The Best Law Firms rankings are determined through a comprehensive evaluation process that includes client feedback, peer review, and an analysis of each firm's professional credentials. To qualify, law firms must have at least one attorney listed in The Best Lawyers in America. Rankings are presented at both national and regional levels. This recognition highlights Friedman Schuman Layser's ongoing commitment to providing exceptional legal representation and achieving positive results for clients.
The firm's Tier 1 rankings in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Real Estate Law indicate top-tier performance in these competitive practice areas within the Philadelphia metropolitan region. The additional Tier 2 recognitions in Employment Law – Management, Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs, and Trusts and Estates demonstrate broader expertise across multiple legal disciplines.
For clients seeking legal representation, these rankings provide an independent assessment of law firm quality based on peer and client evaluations. The recognition matters because it offers objective validation of a firm's capabilities beyond marketing claims. In competitive legal markets like Philadelphia, such distinctions help clients identify firms with proven track records and respected professional standing.
The methodology behind the rankings combines qualitative and quantitative measures, including surveys of thousands of clients and lawyers. Firms must meet specific eligibility requirements, including having attorneys recognized in The Best Lawyers in America publication. This multi-layered evaluation process aims to provide reliable guidance for those needing legal services. The full list of Best Law Firm rankings is available at https://www.bestlawfirms.com. The recognition underscores the firm's position in the regional legal landscape and its ability to handle complex matters across several practice areas.
