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Corr Cronin Lawyers Recognized in 2026 Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch

Twenty-one Corr Cronin attorneys have been honored in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, one of the most respected peer-nominated recognitions in the legal profession.

New Additions to Best Lawyers

This year marks a milestone for Eric Lindberg, Jack Lovejoy, and Kelly Sheridan, who move from the Ones to Watch list to Best Lawyers for the first time. Their inclusion reflects years of strong results for clients and the respect of their peers in the litigation community.

Early-Career Recognition

Nine of our rising attorneys earned distinction in the 2026 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. We’re especially pleased to congratulate Kristin Bateman, Laurel Brown, Jakob Goldfarb, Rachel Hay, Kathryn Joy, and Mark Rutherford, each appearing on the list for the first time. Their recognition highlights the depth of talent across the firm and the bright future of Corr Cronin’s next generation of trial lawyers.

Lawyer of the Year

Finally, we’re thrilled to announce that Emily Harris, co-managing partner, is the 2026 Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” in Product Liability Litigation – Defendants in Seattle. Emily was also recognized for her work in Commercial Litigation and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Defendants, further cementing her reputation as one of the region’s leading trial lawyers.

Best Lawyers

Kevin C. Baumgardner

  • Commercial Litigation

Jeff Bone

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Litigation – Insurance

Timothy Bradshaw

  • Commercial Litigation

Jeffrey Coopersmith

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Litigation – Health Care

Steven Fogg

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
  • Product Liability Litigation – Defendants

Emily Harris

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Defendants
  • Product Liability Litigation – Defendants

Eric Lindberg

  • Litigation – Patent

Jack Lovejoy

  • Commercial Litigation

Blake Marks-Dias

  • Commercial Litigation

Michael Moore

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Litigation – Insurance

Kelly Sheridan

  • Commercial Litigation

Randy Squires

  • Commercial Litigation

Ones to Watch

Kristen Barnhart

  • Commercial Litigation

Kristin Bateman

  • Commercial Litigation

Laurel Brown

  • Appellate Practice
  • Commercial Litigation

Jakob Goldfarb

  • Commercial Litigation

Rachel Hay

  • Commercial Litigation

Kathryn Joy

  • Commercial Litigation

Lucio Maldonado

  • Appellate Practice
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Insurance Law
  • Litigation – Intellectual Property
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Defendants

Maia Robbins

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Corporate Law

Mark Rutherford

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Insurance Law
  • Product Liability Litigation – Defendants

Corr Cronin LLP is a leading boutique litigation law firm based in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1999, the firm is known for its exceptional trial advocacy, strategic thinking, and relentless dedication to its clients’ success. Corr Cronin represents clients across a wide range of industries in complex civil litigation matters including commercial litigation, intellectual property disputes, product liability claims, and professional liability defense.

By Suzanne O'Brien

August 21, 2025

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