We are pleased to announce that the Firm has been recognized for professional excellence in multiple practice areas in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms. The Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their field, and a review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process. To be eligible for a ranking in a particular practice area and metro region, a law firm must have at least one lawyer who is recognized in the current edition of The Best Lawyers in America® in that practice area and location.
Underberg & Kessler received the following rankings in the 2026 edition:
Regional Tier 1
Buffalo, NY
Litigation – Construction
Litigation – Insurance
Rochester, NY
Banking and Finance Law
Commercial Finance Law
Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
Corporate Law
Elder Law
Health Care Law
Litigation – Health Care
Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
Municipal Law
Real Estate Law
Regional Tier 2
Buffalo, NY
Commercial Litigation
Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants
Real Estate Law
Rochester, NY
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Commercial Litigation
Corporate Governance Law
Labor Law – Management
Litigation – Labor and Employment
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Regional Tier 3
Buffalo, NY
Litigation – Labor and Employment
Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
Rochester, NY
Litigation – Municipal
