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Blankingship & Keith Named Among 2026 “Best Law Firms” by Best Lawyers®

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November 6, 2025

Blankingship & Keith, P.C. has been recognized once again among the Best Law Firms in America in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers®. The firm earned both national and regional rankings, reflecting the depth and range of its litigation and business practices.

 

At the national level, Blankingship & Keith received Tier 3 recognition for:

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Litigation – Real Estate
  • Trusts and Estates

 

In the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, the firm was ranked Tier 1 in:

  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
  • Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Corporate Compliance Law
  • Education Law
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
  • Family Law
  • Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants
  • Litigation – Health Care
  • Litigation – Real Estate
  • Litigation – Trusts and Estates
  • Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
  • Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs
  • Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants
  • Trusts and Estates

 

The firm also earned Tier 2 recognition regionally for:

  • Appellate Practice
  • Corporate Law
  • Criminal Defense: General Practice
  • Family Law Mediation
  • Real Estate Law

 

“These rankings are a reflection of the talent, professionalism, and teamwork that define our firm,” said Managing Partner Laurie Kirkland. “We’re grateful to our clients and peers for their confidence in our work and proud to see so many of our practice areas recognized.”

The Best Law Firms rankings are based on client feedback, peer evaluations, and data provided by law firms across the country. Firms included in the annual list are noted for professional excellence and consistently strong ratings in quality of service, responsiveness, and integrity.

Learn more about the firm’s practices and recent recognitions at www.blankingshipandkeith.com.

 


About Blankingship & Keith, P.C.

Founded in Fairfax, Virginia, Blankingship & Keith, P.C. is a full-service civil litigation and business law firm representing individuals, businesses, and institutions throughout Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. The firm’s attorneys are recognized for their experience in complex litigation, appellate litigation, personal injury, education law, family law, and real estate matters.