Cleveland, Ohio, November 6, 2025 -- Schneider Bell has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms® , a testament to its unwavering commitment to legal excellence. Ranked by Best Law Firms regionally in 15 practice areas, Schneider Bell has distinguished itself in the legal industry, earning this prestigious accolade.
Firms included in the 2026 Best Law Firms® list are recognized for professional excellence with impressive ratings from clients and peers. To be considered for this milestone achievement, at least one lawyer in the law firm must be recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.
"At Best Lawyers, we are proud to recognize law firms that show an unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction," said Philip Greer, Chief Executive Officer of Best Lawyers. "In the legal arena, credibility is earned through consistent quality, which has propelled these firms to the forefront of the legal industry."
Achieving a ranking in Best Law Firms signifies high-quality legal practice and a depth of legal proficiency. Recognized firms, categorized into three tiers, receive acclaim on both national and metropolitan levels, reflecting the extent of their practice and geographic reach. Receiving a tier designation represents an elite status, reflecting the integrity and reputation earned by law firms.
The 2026 edition of Best Law Firms® includes rankings in 75 national practice areas and 127 metropolitan-based practice areas. The transparent, collaborative research process employs qualitative and quantitative data from peer and client reviews, supported by proprietary algorithmic technology, to produce a tiered system of industry-led rankings of the top 4% of the industry.
Schneider Bell received the following rankings in the 2026 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
Regional Tier 2 Cleveland
- Employment Law - Management
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Insurance
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Regional Tier 3 Cleveland
- Litigation - Construction
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About Schneider Bell
For over 150 years, Schneider Bell has been serving individuals, families, businesses and organizations in Northeast Ohio and beyond. With our founders’ roots dating back to 1867, we have built a reputation as one of Ohio’s most respected firms for Trusts & Estates, Litigation & Appeals, Business Law, and Real Estate. At Schneider Bell, we’re more than just experienced attorneys—we’re trusted legal advisors. Our 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. Whether navigating sophisticated trusts and estates, advocating in high-stakes litigation, resolving complex business challenges, or structuring intricate real estate transactions, Schneider Bell is dedicated to delivering exceptional results while remaining sensitive to each client’s unique needs. Learn more about the firm.
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About Best Law Firms®
Best Law Firms®, ranked by Best Lawyers® and respected for over 14 years, is the most credible ranking of exceptional law firms globally. It is rooted in a rigorous, peer-to-peer, industry-driven evaluation. A ranking from Best Law Firms signifies a high-quality practice and a breadth of legal expertise. Ranked firms, presented in three tiers, are recognized on a national and metropolitan scale, providing legal professionals with an elevated stature from the Best Law Firms recognition. For more information, visit www.bestlawfirms.com
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About Best Lawyers®
Best Lawyers® is the oldest and most respected peer-review research and marketing company in the legal profession. Best Lawyers compiles extensive recognitions by conducting exhaustive peer-review surveys in which tens of thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate the work of their fellow legal professionals within their local market and specialty. Lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed; therefore, recognition by Best Lawyers is considered a singular honor. For more information, visit www.bestlawyers.com.
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