Vinson & Elkins Earns 305 Rankings in The Best Lawyers in America 2026, Including Five “Lawyer of the Year” Recognitions
The Best Lawyers in America (BL Rankings, LLC) has named 125 Vinson & Elkins lawyers in its “Best Lawyers” category in the 2026 edition. Additionally, 76 Vinson & Elkins attorneys have been named in the “Ones to Watch” category, which recognizes lawyers with 5–10 years’ experience. Some individuals are listed in more than one practice area, giving the firm a total of 305 rankings.
The following lawyers have been named “Lawyer of the Year”:
George R. Murphy – Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
James D. Seegers – Energy Law; Oil and Gas Law
James Lloyd Loftis – Arbitration
Keith Fullenweider – Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Robert L. Kimball – Corporate Law
The following lawyers are recognized in the “Best Lawyers” category:
The following lawyers are recognized in the “Ones to Watch” category:
About Vinson & Elkins
For more than a century, Vinson & Elkins has provided outstanding client service across important industries that drive the global economy. Built on a strong culture of collaboration across 13 offices worldwide, V&E lawyers are committed to excellence, offering clients decades of legal experience in handling transactions, investments, projects and disputes across the globe. Learn more by visiting www.velaw.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.
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