McDonald Hopkins attorneys recognized in the 2026 Legal 500 US City Elite
McDonald Hopkins is proud to announce that 21 of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 Legal 500 US City Elite rankings across Chicago, Ohio and Detroit. This distinction recognizes exceptional lawyers at leading regional law firms who consistently provide top-tier counsel and deliver outstanding results for clients in their respective markets. Selection is based on independent research and feedback from clients and peers.
The following attorneys were ranked:
CHICAGO
FIRM RANKINGS
- Banking & Finance
- Digital, Data & Telecoms
ATTORNEY RANKINGS
Banking & Finance
- David Agay
- Marc Carmel
Commercial Disputes
- Patrick O’Meara
Digital, Data & Telecoms
- Blair Dawson
- Jennifer Torrez
Intellectual Property – Contentious
- James Muraff
- Nicholas Kurk
Intellectual Property – Non Contentious
- James Muraff
Tax
- Adam Grais
OHIO
FIRM RANKINGS
- Finance & Restructuring
- Intellectual Property
- White Collar Crime
ATTORNEY RANKINGS
Commercial Disputes
- Sanford Watson
Finance & Restructuring
- Maria Carr
- Sean Malloy
- Scott Opincar
- Shawn Riley
Intellectual Property
- Todd A. Benni
- Matthew Cavanagh
- David B. Cupar
- Andrew W. Jenkins
White-Collar Crime
- Richard Blake
- Bryan Kostura
DETROIT
ATTORNEY RANKINGS
Commercial Disputes
- John Benko
- Michael Latiff
Legal 500 US City Elite rankings identify and recognize standout attorneys at leading regional law firms across the United States. Based on independent research and feedback from clients and peers, the rankings highlight lawyers who are making a significant impact in their local markets while delivering exceptional service and results.
