Seven Carter Arnett Stahl + Cho Hernandez Attorneys Honored in 2027 Best Lawyers in America Guide

Principal E. Leon Carter leads the firm’s multi-practice recognition

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Seven Dallas-based attorneys with litigation boutique Carter Arnett Stahl + Cho Hernandez have been recognized among the nation’s leading attorneys in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.

Best Lawyers, the oldest and among the most respected peer-review legal guides, recognizes the top 5% of lawyers in the United States annually.

Principal E. Leon Carter led the way, earning top accolades in bet-the-company litigation, commercial litigation, white-collar criminal defense and four specialized litigation sectors: First Amendment, intellectual property, labor and employment, and patent.

Principal J. Robert Arnett II was honored for his work in arbitration, commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation and bankruptcy and creditor debtor rights/insolvency and reorganization law. Principal Linda R. Stahl received dual distinctions in commercial litigation and trade secrets law, and principal Stacey Cho Hernandez was recognized for her work in labor and employment litigation. Partner Scott W. Breedlove was honored for his work in commercial litigation and in trademark law and patent litigation.

The firm also achieved standout recognition in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch list. Partner Monica Goff was listed for commercial litigation, labor and employment litigation, and patent litigation. Counsel Howard Lithaw Lim was honored for his work in patent law, technology law and patent litigation.

"We are immensely proud of our attorneys for this national recognition, which reflects our deep commitment to delivering elite advocacy and results for our clients," said Mr. Carter. "Having seven of our lawyers honored by our peers validates our team's relentless dedication across a broad spectrum of complex cases."

Best Lawyers uses nominations, peer voting, attorney feedback and verification review to spotlight the nation’s outstanding attorneys. The full list is here: Best Lawyers | Top-Rated Attorneys Near Me | Purely Peer Reviewed® Lawyer Rankings

About Carter Arnett Stahl + Cho Hernandez PLLC

Based in Dallas, Carter Arnett Stahl + Cho Hernandez PLLC is a top-tier litigation firm representing domestic and international clients in state and federal courts. Renowned for combining big-firm quality with specialized attention and trial readiness, the firm handles diverse high-stakes disputes, from intellectual property and antitrust to commercial litigation and employment. Backed by an experienced team of former judicial clerks and proven trial attorneys, Carter Arnett Stahl + Cho Hernandez PLLC is consistently ranked among the nation's elite legal teams.