Lightfoot Ranks Among Top Midsize Firms in 2026 Vault Associate Rankings

August 20, 2025

Lightfoot, Franklin & White LLC has again received leading rankings from Vault in its newly released 2026 Vault Law Rankings, an annual survey of law firm associates nationwide. Notably, the firm secured No. 16 in the “Best Midsize Law Firms to Work For” category in this year’s evaluation. The recognition reflects the firm’s ongoing investment in associate experience, professional development and workplace culture.

In addition to the overall ranking, Lightfoot was also recognized in the following categories: 

• Compensation – Midsize 
• Firm Culture – Midsize 
• Formal Training – Midsize 
• Informal Training, Mentoring & Sponsorship – Midsize 
• Litigation Specialty (improved ranking from 2025) 
• Quality of Work – Midsize (improved ranking from 2025)
• Satisfaction – Midsize (improved ranking from 2025)
• Technology & Innovation – Midsize (improved ranking from 2025) 
• Transparency – Midsize

These results underscore Lightfoot’s commitment to transparency, hands-on training, attorney well-being and pro bono work, all of which contribute to a positive and collaborative firm environment. 

All of Vault’s rankings are derived from its annual Law Firm Associate Survey, which collects direct feedback from thousands of associates across the country, who rate and comment on various aspects of their work life.