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Best Lawyers Names John Desmarais ‘Lawyer of the Year,’ Honors 10 Desmarais LLP Attorneys in 2026 Rankings

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Desmarais LLP had 10 attorneys recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America and The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, and partner John Desmarais received the “Lawyer of the Year” award for the Litigation - Intellectual Property category in New York City.
 
Best Lawyers compiles its annual rankings after gathering confidential feedback from attorneys’ peers in the industry. Currently ranked attorneys in Best Lawyers vote on the nominees as part of the confidential peer evaluation process, and Best Lawyers awards “Lawyer of the Year” to attorneys who receive the highest peer feedback scores within their specific practice areas and geographic regions.
 
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Paul A. Bondor's headshot photo Paul A. Bondor
John M. Desmarais's headshot photo John M. Desmarais
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Justin P.D. Wilcox's headshot photo Justin P.D. Wilcox
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Kyle G. Petrie's headshot photo Kyle G. Petrie
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