For the second year in a row, Choate has been recognized in the Legal 500 US City Elite — growing from four lawyers in last year’s inaugural edition to 17 in 2026 — in recognition of the firm’s high-quality, market-leading work in Boston. Recognized for the first time, Choate’s Finance and Restructuring practice earned a Number 1 designation in Banking and Finance. Doug Gooding, Andy Hickey, and Jonathan Marshall joined the list with Number 1 rankings, and John Ventola is also recognized. The Litigation practice is recognized for the second year in Commercial Disputes, earning a Number 1 ranking. Mark Edgarton is new to the list with a Number 1 individual recognition, and JP Jaillet is also ranked in the practice. Also, for the second year, the Corporate and M&A practice is ranked Number 1. John Pitfield is a new addition, receiving a Number 1 designation alongside Brian Lenihan, and T.J. Murphy is also recognized for a second year. The Government Enforcement and Compliance practice is recognized for the first time, earning a Number 1 designation in White Collar Crime. Adam Bookbinder received a Number 1 designation, and Emily Hodge is also recognized. Our Intellectual Property practice also earned a ranking for the first time, receiving a Number 1 designation. For the second year, Eric Marandett received a Number 1 individual designation. Additional attorneys recognized in the practice include Dr. Charles Lyon, Bryana McGillycuddy, Dr. Brian Reese, Dr. Stephanie Schonewald, and Anita Spieth. The Legal 500 US City Elite recognizes lawyers for outstanding work in targeted practice areas within their respective cities, vetted through referee and peer feedback, interviews, and evidence of key matters over the past year.