Meet Ankin Law’s 2026 Super Lawyers!

Once again, a major agency has recognized Ankin Law for having some of the elite lawyers

We’re proud to announce that 12 of our attorneys have been named as 2026 Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers.

This is an honor that’s reserved for the top five percent of all attorneys in the state. Candidates are evaluated by Super Lawyers on 12 different criteria before being reviewed by peers in the field, and final selections are made.

Along with the awarding of the Super Lawyers honor, there is also a “Rising Stars”  designation that’s reserved for the top 2.5 percent of attorneys in the state.

Here are the 12 attorneys from Ankin Law that received the honor in Illinois, including those who also received the “Rising Stars” designation as well.

  • Attorney Howard Ankin
  • Attorney Telly Liapis
  • Attorney Scott Goldstein
  • Attorney Josh Rudofi
  • Attorney Jeff Schulkin
  • Attorney Matthew Friedman
  • Attorney Maria Merman (Rising Stars)
  • Attorney Chris Garrett (Rising Stars)
  • Attorney Geoff Jacobs (Rising Stars)
  • Attorney John Powers
  • Attorney Jake Nabat (Rising Stars)
  • Attorney Brien DiNella (Rising Stars)

Having a dozen of our lawyers selected for this honor once again shows how Ankin Law is accumulating the best talent to help our clients a variety of Personal Injury areas

Chicago personal injury and workers’ compensation attorney Howard Ankin has a passion for justice and a relentless commitment to defending injured victims throughout the Chicagoland area. With decades of experience achieving justice on behalf of the people of Chicago, Howard has earned a reputation as a proven leader in and out of the courtroom. Respected by peers and clients alike, Howard’s multifaceted approach to the law and empathetic nature have secured him a spot as an influential figure in the Illinois legal system.

Years of Experience: More than 30 years
Illinois Registration Status: Active
Bar & Court Admissions: Illinois State Bar Association, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
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