Husch Blackwell
Husch Blackwell is a law firm with a team of 2,487 professionals, specializing in various legal areas and recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Services
Husch Blackwell offers a wide range of legal services to its clients, focusing on areas like corporate law, litigation law, and professional services. The firm specializes in providing industry knowledge and support in complex legal matters across various sectors. Husch Blackwell also features a dedicated Legal Project Management team that assists in managing large transactions and litigation through structured kick-off calls, status meetings, and financial reviews. The firm further provides eDiscovery solutions using advanced review software such as Relativity to enhance review efficiency.
Locations
Husch Blackwell operates from multiple locations across the United States. The firm's headquarter offices are distributed among over 20 U.S. offices. These include major cities such as Oakland, Boston, Providence, Los Angeles, Madison, Omaha, Denver, Minneapolis, Springfield, Kansas City, Milwaukee, Austin, Chattanooga, Phoenix, Chicago, Washington D.C., Dallas, St. Louis, Houston, and Jefferson City. Additionally, they have a virtual office called The Link, which includes more than 150 attorneys working across 35+ states.
Innovations and Technologies
Husch Blackwell has been recognized by the Financial Times as a Top 25 Innovative Firm and the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) for multiple innovations. The firm uses AI and data science to provide data insights and make process improvements. They also have a subsidiary called HB Innovations, LLC, which serves as an internal incubator for legal technology development. Additionally, Husch Blackwell has developed tools like the Clery Compliance Toolset (CCT) for colleges and universities to comply with federal crime and safety standards.
Pro Bono and Community Services
Husch Blackwell provides a range of pro bono services through initiatives such as HB Communities for Change and a monthly Legal Intake Clinic in partnership with the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis. The firm also offers assistance to underrepresented entrepreneurs and small businesses. Specific pro bono clinics include the Human Trafficking Legal Clinic, which is led by a former assistant U.S. attorney, and offers services for victims of human trafficking. Furthermore, the firm provides legal aid to artists and arts organizations in Chicago and St. Louis.
Recognition and Awards
Husch Blackwell has received a variety of accolades, highlighting its industry leadership. The firm was named a finalist for The American Lawyer’s 2023 Best Law Firm of the Year award and ranked third in Construction Executive's Sixth Annual Top 50 Construction Law Firms™ List. Chambers USA recognized 87 of the firm's attorneys in its 2024 guide, with national rankings in multiple areas including Cannabis, Government Contracts, Healthcare, Higher Education, Insurance, International Trade, and Projects: Renewables & Alternative Energy. The firm's Net Promoter Score® of 84 in 2023 significantly surpasses the industry average.