Sullivan & Cromwell has announced that six of its partners have been selected for Law360's 2026 Rising Stars list, an annual recognition of attorneys under the age of 40 who have…
Sullivan & Cromwell has announced that six of its partners have been selected for Law360's 2026 Rising Stars list, an annual recognition of attorneys under the age of 40 who have distinguished themselves through exceptional legal accomplishments. The honor reflects the firm's sustained commitment to cultivating high-caliber advocates capable of guiding clients through increasingly complex legal matters.
Law360 named more than 160 honorees to the 2026 Rising Stars class, drawing from a broad cross-section of practice areas across the legal industry. Selection is highly competitive, with candidates evaluated on the substance and impact of their work at a stage in their careers when they are already shaping outcomes on significant matters. Inclusion on the list signals not only technical proficiency but also the leadership qualities that clients look for when entrusting attorneys with high-stakes engagements.
For Sullivan & Cromwell, the recognition of six partners in a single class underscores the depth of emerging leadership within the firm. It also reinforces a long-standing institutional focus on developing next-generation talent through hands-on experience, sophisticated deal flow, and mentorship by senior practitioners. Clients benefit from this pipeline of rising leaders, who bring fresh perspectives while drawing on the firm's collective institutional knowledge across corporate, litigation, regulatory, and transactional practices.
The Rising Stars list has become a widely followed benchmark in the profession, offering clients and the broader market a view into the attorneys most likely to define the next era of legal practice. Recognition of this kind carries particular weight for general counsel and executives evaluating outside counsel, as it identifies practitioners who combine substantive achievement with the capacity to manage sophisticated engagements independently.
Sullivan & Cromwell's honorees join a distinguished group of peers across the legal industry recognized for their contributions and future potential. The firm views the acknowledgment as an affirmation of the environment it seeks to provide for its attorneys: one in which ambitious lawyers can develop the judgment, experience, and client relationships that define long and impactful careers.
This announcement is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Readers with specific legal questions or matters should seek tailored counsel from a qualified attorney.