As the holiday season swings into full gear with Hanukkah celebrations underway and Christmas just around the corner, the legal community is also gearing up to welcome 2026 with joy and creativity. Above the Law has just announced the finalists for its esteemed seventeenth annual holiday card contest, a highlight for creatively inclined law firms.

Before we dive into the finalists, let's not forget the worthy mentions who made it to the honorable list. Armond Wilson, known for their wit among IP litigators, drew inspiration from the Charlie Brown Christmas Special, featuring their firm founder as a wise Lucy doling out IP advice. Capua Law brought smiles with their humorously edited card, and Diaz Trade Law cleverly tackled the complexities of tariffs with a Santa-themed narrative.

Now, onto the finalists, who have each brought something uniquely festive to the table:

1. Butler Snow is eyeing a remarkable three-peat victory with a card that humorously addresses bizarre holiday legal dilemmas, such as the legalities of unwanted fruitcake gifts.

2. Davis Wright Tremaine collaborated with a Rube Goldberg machine expert to create a mesmerizing video that artistically transitions through the four seasons, embodying the firm’s innovative spirit.

3. Fish & Richardson uses complex math and science equations to depict the holiday's challenges, a nod to their team's strong STEM background, making it both educational and entertaining.

4. Larson • King has infused their card with a legal twist on the musical "Wicked," cleverly adapting song lyrics to reflect legal scenarios, showcasing their creative and musical prowess.

5. Law Office of Andrew L. Gradman, APC creatively turned the tax code into a holiday calendar, providing a quirky yet insightful view into the life of a tax attorney.

6. Lowenstein Sandler embraced modern technology with an AI-chatbot themed card, reflecting their leadership in tech and AI utilizations in legal practices.

Viewers are encouraged to view each card (some with sound) and vote for their favorite. Voting remains open until the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve, giving everyone plenty of time to support their preferred entry.

The contest not only showcases the creativity residing within the legal sector but also serves as a fun, engaging way to foster community spirit during the holidays. To cast your vote and bring a little extra joy to one of these deserving finalists, [click here](https://poll-maker.com/poll5674376xCFBE4caa-166).

Happy holidays, and may the best card win!