Law360 Pulse Features Benesch and Managing Partner Gregg Eisenberg for Most 2026 Partner Promotions Among Mid-Size Firms

Benesch promoted more attorneys to partnership this year than any of the 98 mid-size law firms tracked by Law360, bucking the trend of declining class size with 16 promotions compared to this year’s average of 4.46. Law360 Pulse featured Benesch and Managing Partner Gregg Eisenberg as part of its analysis of 2026 Mid-Law partner promotions across the United States. The article explores shifting regional trends, including continued strength in Midwest markets such as Ohio and Illinois.

Benesch was recognized for having the largest partner class among firms analyzed, promoting 16 attorneys. In the article, Gregg highlighted the strength and depth of the firm’s talent, noting the group includes both homegrown and lateral attorneys across key practice areas, reinforcing the firm’s ongoing investment in strategic growth.

“Our philosophy is to make partners, to build a group that can drive this firm and make us better,” Gregg told Law360 Pulse. “We want to make people partners here.”

He explained that this approach strengthens the firm’s ability to attract and retain top young lawyers, enhancing continuity in client service and deepening client relationships.

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