Richardson Thomas recognized in “Best Law Firms”

November 2, 2023   •   News

Richardson Thomas again is ranked in Tier 1 in two cities in “Best Law Firms®,” a national directory with a goal of identifying top law firms nationwide. Richardson Thomas’ ratings in the just-released 2024 edition mark the third year in a row the firm has won honors for its work in personal injury litigation.

The firm received top-level ratings in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs in both Columbia and Augusta. The firm also was ranked in Tier 1 in four other practice areas in Columbia: Commercial Litigation, Litigation -Trusts and Estates, Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Plaintiffs, and Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs.

Additionally, Richarson Thomas was rated highly for its work in Railroad Law and Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Plaintiffs in Augusta.

“I am immensely proud of the dedication and determination every attorney at this firm displays every day in fighting for justice for people who have been wronged,” firm partner Terry Richardson said. “I am delighted that we have again earned honors for our legal skills and abilities, particularly since that recognition has its roots in peer review.”

The selection process for “Best Law Firms” begins with “The Best Lawyers in America®. “ Every partner at Richardson Thomas was included in the 2024 edition of “Best Lawyers,” with all six earning honors in at least two practice areas each. Richardson led the way with recognition in seven practice areas.

The firm’s impressive showing also included two Lawyers of the Year: Brady Thomas and Dan Haltiwanger.

About Best Law Firms

Published annually for more than a decade, Best Law Firms bases its rankings on a stringent process that incorporates professional evaluations and peer review. Selection methodology includes an analysis of feedback on the firm’s legal skills, responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and civility. In order to qualify for inclusion in Best Law Firms, at least one firm attorney must be recognized in the peer-reviewed “The Best Lawyers in America” during that same year.