NEW YORK, NY (June 10, 2026) – National employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce the firm has been recommended in multiple practice areas in The Legal 500 United States, with several attorneys earning individual distinctions for their leadership and excellence in labor and employment law.
Jackson Lewis received recommendations in the following practice areas:
ERISA Litigation
Labor and Employment Disputes (Including Collective Actions)
Labor-Management Relations
Employee Benefits
Immigration
The following Jackson Lewis attorneys were recognized in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 United States:
ERISA Litigation
Howard Shapiro — Hall of Fame
René E. Thorne — Leading Partner
Stacey C.S. Cerrone — Leading Partner
Lindsey H. Chopin — Next Generation Partner
Labor and Employment Disputes (Including Collective Actions)
Jeffrey W. Brecher — Other Key Lawyer
Jennifer A. Schwartz — Other Key Lawyer
Stephanie L. Adler-Paindiris — Other Key Lawyer
Labor-Management Relations
Jonathan J. Spitz — Leading Partner
Richard F. Vitarelli — Leading Partner
Employee Benefits
Joy M. Napier-Joyce — Other Key Lawyer
Immigration
Meredith K. Stewart — Other Key Lawyer
Michael H. Neifach — Other Key Lawyer
Nicola Ai Ling Prall — Other Key Lawyer
The Legal 500 rankings are based on extensive independent research, including client feedback, peer commentary, law firm submissions and interviews with leading practitioners. The guide recognizes law firms and lawyers who are delivering innovative counsel and exceptional client service in their respective practice areas. Widely regarded as one of the legal industry's leading independent research guides, The Legal 500 evaluates law firms and lawyers across a broad range of practice areas worldwide.
About Jackson Lewis
Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,100+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. For more information, visit jacksonlewis.com.
Media Contact:
Kendall Melidosian
Public Relations Manager
(267) 319 7831
Kendall.Melidosian@jacksonlewis.com
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