Cleveland, Ohio – November 5, 2026 – Schneider Bell has earned regional rankings in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms®, placing the firm among a select group representing approximately 2–4% of law firms nationwide recognized for practice group excellence.
In an increasingly crowded legal marketplace, Best Law Firms rankings distinguish practices that demonstrate exceptional professional excellence, depth of experience, and consistent client trust. The firm's recognition across 15 regional practice areas reflects both the strength of its legal talent and its sustained reputation within the profession.
Schneider Bell received the following rankings in the 2027 Best Law Firms®:
Regional Tier 1
Cleveland
- Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Corporate Law
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Real Estate Law
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
- Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Regional Tier 2
Cleveland
- Litigation - Insurance
- Litigation and Controversy - Tax
Regional Tier 3
Cleveland
- Employment Law - Management
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Rankings are determined through a rigorous, data-driven evaluation process that includes extensive client feedback, peer review and independent research. Only firms that receive the highest levels of recognition in these assessments achieve tiered rankings.
Phil Greer, CEO of Best Lawyers, underscored the exclusivity of the honor: “Best Law Firms rankings recognize an exceptionally small percentage of firms in what is an extraordinarily competitive legal field. To be included means a firm has distinguished itself among thousands of practices through demonstrated excellence, credibility and peer respect. These honorees represent the very top tier of practice group performance.”
Best Law Firms recognizes firms nationally and regionally in tiered categories based on the scope, quality and market impact of their practice, making inclusion a powerful benchmark of legal distinction.
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About Schneider Bell
Schneider Bell is a law firm focused on helping individuals and businesses address legal matters with clear communication and practical guidance. The firm approaches each case with careful attention to detail and an understanding that legal challenges can affect every part of a client’s life or business. By taking the time to understand each client’s goals and concerns, the attorneys at Schneider Bell work to provide thoughtful strategies tailored to the situation at hand.
For over 150 years, Schneider Bell has been serving individuals, families, businesses and organizations in Northeast Ohio and beyond. With its’ founders’ roots dating back to 1867, Schneider Bell has built a reputation as one of Ohio’s most respected firms for Trusts & Estates, Litigation & Appeals, Business Law, and Real Estate. A full-service team spans decades of expertise with attorneys licensed to practice across multiple states and jurisdictions, including Ohio, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. To learn more about the firm please visit www.mysblaw.com.
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About Best Law Firms®
Best Law Firms, produced by Best Lawyers for almost 20 years, is one of the legal industry's most competitive and respected law firm ranking organizations. Through a comprehensive research methodology that includes client feedback, peer review and independent data analysis, only the very best firms nationwide are recognized for practice group excellence.
For businesses and individuals seeking top-ranked law firms by practice area and location, Best Law Firms rankings serve as a trusted resource for identifying highly regarded legal counsel in a crowded marketplace.
To search ranked firms and learn more about the methodology, visit www.bestlawfirms.com.