RCO Law is once again proud to recognize several attorneys with a longstanding history of achievement, and one newcomer to the list who has earned her place among recipients on the 2027 edition of the Best Lawyers® in America ranking.
As a firm, RCO Law received recognition in a variety of practice areas in the Best Law Firms® rankings in Toledo showcasing a strong commitment to our clients and our results.
Tier 1 in Appellate Practice
Recognizes RCO Law’s expertise in handling appeals that challenge court decisions. This often involves specialized skills in legal research, brief writing, and oral argument, distinct from trial-level litigation.
Tier 2 in Commercial Litigation
Business-related disputes litigated in court, such as breach of contract claims, business torts, partnership disputes, fraud claims, and other conflicts arising between companies or business parties.
Tier 2 in Corporate Law
Legal work supporting business formation, governance, and transactions including mergers and acquisitions, corporate structuring, contracts, compliance, and general counsel-type advisory work for businesses.
Tier 2 in Employment Law - Management
Employment law counsel focuses on representing employers, advising companies on hiring/firing practices, workplace policies, compliance with labor regulations, and defending against employee claims when necessary.
Tier 2 in Litigation - Labor and Employment
Courtroom litigation specifically involving workplace disputes, such as wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage-and-hour claims, and other employment-related lawsuits.
James E. Brazeau | Appellate Practice
Kimberly Conklin | Litigation - Labor and Employment
Recognized for the first time in 2027 edition of Best Lawyers
Peter N. Lavalette | Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Health Care
Stephen J. Stanford | Employment Law – Management, Litigation - Labor and Employment
Craig J. Van Horsten | Corporate Law
Best Law Firms prides themselves on being an organization that provides trusted, peer-reviewed recognition of top legal professionals and helps clients find credible, experienced counsel with confidence. For more than 40 years they have set the standard for merit-based legal distinction with only 5% of U.S. lawyers and 3% globally earning this honor.
The attorneys and law firm rankings are determined using methodology “founded on a time-tested and transparent research process that has remained consistent since we launched in 2010” according to Best Law Firms on their website. They use quantitative and qualitative data to identify and recognize the best law firms by practice group and jurisdiction in a wide range of areas of law and geographic regions examining areas such as a firm's experience, responsiveness, understanding of a business and its needs, cost-effectiveness and civility.
Awards are not everything, but it is always nice when our people are recognized for their dedication to clients, practical approach, and proven results.
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