September 17, 2026


Annual Search for Top Outside Counsel: Your Opinion Matters

In the complex and ever-evolving world of law, the choice of a law firm can make or break a case. As part of our commitment to recognizing legal excellence, we are once again compiling our annual Outside Counsel Rankings, and your input is crucial.

We understand that the best assessments of law firms come not from peers or pundits, but from the clients who work with them day in and day out. This is why we are reaching out directly to you—the in-house attorneys who engage law firms and entrust them with your most critical legal matters.

By participating in our brief survey, you have the opportunity to influence the rankings and help shape the perceptions of the legal industry. Your feedback is invaluable as it not only helps acknowledge the firms that go above and beyond but also assists your peers in making informed decisions when choosing legal representation.

The survey is designed to be concise and respects your confidentiality at every step. Participating offers you the chance to reflect on your professional interactions and engagements with outside counsel over the past year, providing insights that are beneficial to both the legal community and its clientele.

To ensure your voice is heard in this important discourse, please take a moment to fill out the survey linked [here](https://breakingmedia.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_79SYZxTaj5DAjc2). Your experience and perspective are what drive the true value of our rankings.

The findings from the survey will be published in our highly-anticipated Outside Counsel Rankings, which aims to highlight the law firms that deliver not only in legal expertise but in client service and innovation as well.

We thank you in advance for your participation and for helping us spotlight the best in the legal industry. Your input ensures that our rankings continue to be a valuable resource for the legal community worldwide.

For more details, visit our post on ["Who Is Your Go-To Law Firm?"](https://abovethelaw.com/2026/09/who-is-your-go-to-law-firm/) at Above the Law. Discover who leads the pack in the eyes of those who matter most—clients like you.