Bass, Berry & Sims was named the 2026 Tennessee firm of the Year by Benchmark Litigation at the annual awards event on March 11. These annual awards recognize the country’s most distinguished litigators and their firms for their work over the past 12 months. Since the inception of the awards in 2012, Bass, Berry & Sims has won this honor seven times (2026, 2022, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2015, 2012). Winners for the 2026 awards were bestowed after months of rigorous research, peer and client reviews, and meticulous analysis of recent casework. Firm attorneys Allison Acker and Sarah Miller attended the ceremony and accepted the award on behalf of the firm. Information about the awards and a full list of winners can be found here.
In addition, many of the firm’s litigation and labor & employment attorneys have consistently been ranked by Benchmark Litigation every year. In the 2026 Guide, 16 attorneys were recognized.
About the Litigation Practice and Notable Transactions
The Litigation Practice at Bass, Berry & Sims is defined by market-shaping results, nationally significant wins against government actors, and measurable leadership in complex enforcement and commercial litigation. With nearly 100 litigators and experience spanning across the country, we consistently deliver meaningful outcomes for clients. During the last year, the firm has been involved in several notable litigation matters spanning geographic reach and industries, including:
- $30 Million in Damages Awarded in High-Profile Surety Bond Litigation
- Bass, Berry & Sims Represents BlackRock in ESG-Related Consumer Protection Lawsuit
- Representation of Physician Practice: U.S. ex rel. Khoury v. Mountain West Anesthesia LLC (D. Utah)
- Representation of Health System: U.S. ex rel. Adams v. Chattanooga Hamilton County Hospital Authority (E.D. Tenn.)
- AutoZone Prevails in 401(k) Class Action Trial
- Post-Trial Victory for Smyrna Ready Mix
- Bass, Berry & Sims Secures GAO Victory in $22M Army Contract Protest
- Successful Representation of Southeast Tennessee Hospice Providers in Opposition to Hospice CON
- Bass, Berry & Sims Represents Metro Government in Landmark Transit Referendum Challenge
Recent Rankings
In the past 12 months, the Litigation Practice at Bass, Berry & Sims and its attorneys have been regularly recognized for work, including:
- 2026 Southeastern Legal Awards: Litigation Departments of the Year, General Litigation Finalist and Litigation Departments of the Year, White Collar Finalist
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Antitrust & Competition Lawyers: Michael Dashefsky
- Benchmark Litigation 2026: Firm Named as “Highly Recommended” and 16 attorneys ranked
- Benchmark Litigation 2025 40 & Under: Allison Acker, Scott Gallisdorfer, Brian Irving
- 2025 Nashville Emerging Leaders Awards: Hannah Webber
- Corporate Counsel’s 2025 Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) Awards: Lisa Rivera, Law Firm Innovative Leaders Finalist
- Chambers USA 2025: Litigation Practice in Tennessee ranked for 22nd consecutive year; 15 attorneys ranked among various categories
To learn more about the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice at Bass, Berry & Sims, click here.