Ranking tables
Higher Education | USA
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Band 1

1 Hogan Lovells US LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 1 | 2 Years RankedHogan Lovells has a lauded higher education practice with significant expertise in regulatory and transactional matters relating to universities. The firm is particularly strong in matters with an international aspect.

1 Husch Blackwell LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 1 | 2 Years RankedHusch Blackwell has a highly regarded higher education team that regularly assists private and public universities with regulatory, transactional and litigation matters. It is noted for its Title IX defence work.

1 Jenner & Block LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 1 | 2 Years RankedJenner & Block's education team is known for its strong litigation work on behalf of universities, colleges and schools. The firm is particularly well regarded for its appellate capabilities, including before the Supreme Court.

1 Saul Ewing LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 1 | 2 Years RankedSaul Ewing has a highly regarded education team that is particularly known for its capability in litigation for universities and colleges.
Band 2

2 Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLCHigher Education2025 | Band 2 | 2 Years RankedBond, Schoeneck & King is known for its strong higher education practice with particular expertise in matters involving the NCAA and collegiate sports.

2 Cozen O'ConnorHigher Education2025 | Band 2 | 2 Years RankedCozen O'Connor has a notable higher education practice with expertise in university-related litigation.

2 Duane Morris LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 2 | 2 Years RankedDuane Morris has a strong education practice known for representing universities, colleges and trade schools in regulatory and transactional matters.
2 Holland & Knight LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 2 | 2 Years RankedHolland & Knight boasts one of the oldest education practices in the country and regularly represents colleges and universities in transactions, litigation and investigations.

2 Thompson Coburn LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 2 | 2 Years RankedThompson Coburn represents a series of higher education providers in regulatory, compliance and transactional matters. The firm is particularly noted for its expertise in higher education M&A.
Band 3

3 Cooley LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedCooley specializes in providing counsel to higher education clients and considers complex issues with both a legal and business-minded perspective. The team's client base includes educational organizations, investors and other businesses in the sector. The firm has experience representing clients in litigation as well as handling a range of regulatory and transactional matters.

3 Faegre DrinkerHigher Education2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedFaegre Drinker is a good choice for clients looking for education counsel. The firm has particular expertise advising institutions on their regulatory, public policy and transactional matters. The firm's attorneys also have experience dealing with federal agencies.

3 Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedGibson, Dunn & Crutcher has experience assisting university clients at both a federal and state level. Its attorneys are skilled at defending institutions against sexual misconduct allegations and alleged antitrust violations concerning financial aid. The firm is also experienced in representing institutions in cases concerning freedom of speech on campus.

3 McGuireWoods LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedMcGuireWoods is a solid choice for those seeking education counsel. The firm assists its clients with a range of higher education-specific matters, including athletics matters, governance and admissions procedures.

3 O'Melveny & Myers LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedO'Melveny & Myers is noted for its experience assisting higher education institutions with complex and sensitive litigation, investigative and policy and compliance matters.

3 Ropes & Gray LLPHigher Education2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedRopes & Gray is a strong choice for higher education clients seeking assistance with sensitive or complex matters. The firm counts colleges, universities and academic medical centers among its clients.

3 WilmerHaleHigher Education2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedWilmerHale is a well-known law practice that focuses on education and anti-discrimination matters. The firm has marked expertise defending institutions in civil litigation and governmental investigations, and is skilled at counselling clients on regulatory and policy compliance.