Engelman Berger has earned an impressive showing in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms, securing 20 national and regional rankings, an increase of eight over the previous year. The Phoenix-based law firm earned four national honors and 16 regional rankings, expanding its recognition in corporate law, securities regulation, business organizations and other practice areas while maintaining all 12 of its 2026 distinctions.
Nationally, Engelman Berger retained its Tier 2 ranking in Real Estate Litigation and Tier 3 ranking in Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. The firm also earned two new Tier 3 national rankings in Corporate Law and Securities Regulation.
In the Phoenix metropolitan area, Engelman Berger received nine Tier 1 rankings, including a new distinction in Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law. The firm also maintained its Tier 1 rankings in Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Commercial Litigation, Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Banking and Finance Litigation, Bankruptcy Litigation, Real Estate Litigation and Real Estate Law.
The firm’s regional recognition expanded further with six Tier 2 rankings, up from two in 2026. New honors include Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law and Securities Regulation, joining Appellate Practice and Water Law. Engelman Berger also earned a Tier 3 regional ranking in Venture Capital Law.
“These rankings reflect both the depth of experience across our firm and the trust our clients place in us,” said Managing Partner Patrick A. Clisham. “We’re especially proud to see our recognition expand into additional practice areas while maintaining the distinctions we’ve earned over the years. Our focus remains on providing thoughtful, practical legal counsel and helping our clients navigate complex challenges with confidence.”
Recognition in Best Law Firms reflects a combination of high-quality legal practice and comprehensive expertise. Firms are evaluated through client and peer feedback on criteria such as expertise, responsiveness, cost-effectiveness and professionalism, supported by research conducted by Best Lawyers.
To be eligible for inclusion, firms must have at least one attorney recognized in the corresponding edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Engelman Berger had 12 attorneys recognized in the 2027 edition: William H. Anger, Steven N. Berger, Wade M. Burgeson, Patrick A. Clisham, Scott B. Cohen, Shelley Detwiller DiGiacomo, Kevin M. Judiscak, Tamalyn E. Lewis, Ryan J. Lorenz, Damien R. Meyer, Bradley D. Pack, and Kurt A. Peterson.
Engelman Berger is a Phoenix-based law firm representing businesses, lenders, borrowers, landlords, tenants, developers, investors and other clients in commercial disputes, bankruptcy, creditors’ rights, workouts, real estate, lending, and related transactional matters. The firm provides focused, practical representation in state and federal courts, bankruptcy proceedings, arbitrations, mediations, and settlement negotiations.