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Clark Hill Attorneys Recognized in Legal 500 US City Elite 2025 Rankings

December 1, 2025

Clark Hill is proud to announce that several of our attorneys have been recognized this year by Legal 500 US City Elite, a ranking that highlights standout lawyers at leading firms across the country. The US City Elite guide focuses on practitioners delivering top-tier work within their cities and regions, using an interview-driven research process supported by client feedback, peer input, and evidence of significant matters handled over the past year.

The following individuals were honored:

  • Banking & Finance (Chicago) – William Bolotin – Tier 2
  • Banking & Finance (Chicago) – John Ruark – Tier 2
  • Banking & Finance (Chicago) – Lisa Sauer – Tier 3
  • Commercial Disputes (Philadelphia) – Kevin Kent – Tier 2
  • Commercial Disputes (Philadelphia) – Patricia Hamill – Tier 3
  • Corporate and M&A (Austin) – Spencer Stevens – Tier 3
  • Energy Litigation (Austin) – Tom Anson – Tier 2

City Elite lists are released throughout the year. View Clark Hill’s Legal 500 profile here. 

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