Jackson Walker has been recognized by BTI Consulting Group as one of the nation’s “Intimidating Opponents” in its 2027 BTI Litigation Outlook report.
Each year, BTI interviews more than 350 legal decision makers responsible for litigation at large organizations with $1 billion or more in revenue. Their feedback is used to identify the law firms that deliver favorable results in complex commercial litigation, complex employment litigation, class actions, intellectual property litigation, securities and finance litigation, product liability litigation, and cybersecurity litigation.
Based on feedback from interviewees, BTI identifies the leading law firms that are “Most Feared in Litigation” for their fearless approach, urgency, relentlessness, and strategic execution. Jackson Walker has been recognized on this list since 2021. As an “Intimidating Opponent,” the firm is recognized for devising smarter strategies others miss, remaining strategically unpredictable, thriving amid changing circumstances, and playing to win.
“We are honored to be recognized by BTI as one of the law firms most feared in litigation,” said Ross Forbes, chair of Jackson Walker’s litigation practice. “This recognition reflects the strength of our trial team, our commitment to developing smart strategies for clients, and our focus on achieving successful outcomes in complex disputes.”
Meet Jackson Walker
Founded in 1887, Jackson Walker is the largest Texas-based law firm, with more than 500 attorneys across six Texas offices. Approximately 30% of the firm’s attorneys practice litigation. Our diverse experience spans a broad range of industry sectors and specialty practice areas, taking us into courthouses across the state and nearly every Texas county. Our trial practice also extends nationwide, with litigation experience in all 50 states.
Since the launch of the Texas Business Courts in September 2024, Jackson Walker has established itself as a leading firm for high-stakes commercial litigation in this new forum. The firm has become a top choice for parties navigating complex business disputes across the court’s five active divisions. Clients turn to Jackson Walker for its experience and proven results in handling sophisticated matters before the Texas Business Courts, further solidifying the firm’s reputation for excellence in commercial litigation.
In addition to being named among the “Most Feared in Litigation” by BTI Consulting Group since 2021, Jackson Walker has also been recognized this year on BTI’s “Class Action Leader” and “Employment Litigation Leaders” lists for 2026. The firm was also recently recognized as a top Texas firm in Litigation: General Commercial and Litigation: Appellate in the Chambers USA Guide and among the Best Law Firms® by Best Lawyers, earning 27 national and 142 metropolitan rankings in the 2026 edition.
To explore the firm’s experience, visit our Trial & Appellate Litigation practice page.
For more information about leading litigation firms, see the BTI Litigation Outlook 2027 report.
