Jackson Walker announces its continued recognition by BTI Consulting Group as one of the nation’s top law firms for employment litigation. In the newly released BTI Litigation Outlook 2026, the firm is recognized as one of “The BTI Employment Litigation Leaders,” marking a second consecutive year of distinction.

Each year, BTI interviews more than 350 legal decision makers responsible for litigation at large organizations with $1 billion or more in revenue. Their feedback is used to identify law firms that lead in delivering favorable results in complex commercial litigation, complex employment litigation, class actions, intellectual property litigation, securities and finance litigation, product liability litigation, and cybersecurity litigation.

In its 2026 report, BTI emphasized that employment litigation remains a top concern for corporate counsel and HR executives. The firms recognized are those that “bring forward-looking strategies — able to map out preemptive approaches and prepare for upcoming changes in rules.” Jackson Walker’s inclusion reflects its continued excellence in navigating these evolving challenges.

“Our team is honored to be recognized once again as a BTI Employment Litigation Leader,” said Jay Rutherford, chair of the firm’s Labor & Employment practice and managing partner of the Fort Worth office. “This recognition is a testament to the trust our clients place in us and the results we deliver. We remain committed to helping employers resolve their most complex workplace disputes with clarity, strategy, and resolve.”

More details can be found by visiting the BTI Litigation Outlook 2026 report.

Meet JW

Founded in 1887, Jackson Walker is the largest firm in the state with over 500 attorneys across six Texas offices, 30% of whom practice litigation. Our diverse experience covers a broad range of industry sectors and specialty practice areas and takes us into courthouses across the state and nearly every Texas county. Our trial practice also spans the U.S., as we have litigated cases in all 50 states.

Since the launch of the Texas Business Courts in September 2024, Jackson Walker has quickly established itself as one of the leading firms for high-stakes commercial litigation in this new forum. In just one year, the firm has become a top choice for parties navigating complex business disputes across the court’s five active divisions. Clients consistently turn to Jackson Walker for their expertise and proven results in handling sophisticated matters before the Texas Business Courts, further solidifying the firm’s reputation for excellence in commercial litigation.

Our Labor & Employment group is nationally recognized for its strategic counsel on workplace issues, litigation, and compliance. In addition to being named a “BTI Employment Litigation Leader” for the past two years, Jackson Walker has earned repeated honors in the Texas Lawyer Best Of awards and includes attorneys inducted into the Hall of Fame for excellence in employment law. The firm has also been ranked among the top Texas firms in the Chambers USA Guide for Labor & Employment since 2013, as well as recognized among the Best Law Firms® by Best Lawyers, with 26 national and 140 metropolitan rankings in the 2025 edition.

To explore the firm’s experience in employment litigation matters in courts and before arbitrators throughout the country, visit the Labor & Employment Litigation practice page.