The LMG Life Sciences team has officially begun its 2025 Americas research period that seeks to recognize the top law firms and attorneys in the industry through accreditations and awards.

Continuing from previous years, LMG Life Sciences is accepting submissions from firms in the United States, Canada, Brazil and Mexico. A key part of our research process is the firm submission, which will be due on May 23, 2025. The submission is comprised of a practice overview and sections for matters in order to highlight legal services provided to life sciences clients.

Once the submission form is complete, all documents can be uploaded to our secure submission portal. If you have not accessed this portal previously for LMG Life Sciences or any other Legal Benchmarking Group research brands, you will need to create an account in order to upload your submission.

Research documents/templates and access to the Submission Portal can be found at the links below:

 

Please read below some key dates, useful tips and FAQs related to this year’s research:

 

Americas 2025 Research Timeline & Key Dates

  • RESEARCH LAUNCH – March 12, 2025
  • SUBMISSION DEADLINE – May 23, 2025
  • RESEARCH INTERVIEWS – May to June 2025
  • SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED – July 2025
  • AWARDS DINNER – September 2025
  • RANKINGS PUBLISHED – September 2025

 

 

What is the submission process?

The 2025 Research Templates can be downloaded at the links above. Once completed, the Research documents can be submitted through the submission portal.

 

Why is it important for firms to participate each year?

  • Play your part in providing our team with the necessary insights to properly and thoroughly assess the market by conducting independent and impartial research which is informed by a balanced process composed of direct input as well as peer and client review. Regardless of whether your firm is currently ranked or not, it is imperative to submit these each year because everything we publish is subject to change. We believe that annual participation demonstrates that your firm’s life sciences practice is credible and active.Furthermore, we may find information in your submission which may positively influence our decision when considering firms for the rankings, Life Sciences stars lists and awards.
  • Accurate and in-depth representation of your firm’s activities
  • Exposure to our global audience, composed of many significant corporations and institutions

 

Is there a fee to pay or cost to participate in your research?

None at all.

 

Which jurisdictions are included in the research this year?

This research launch is focused on life sciences markets in the United States, Brazil, Canada, and Mexico. In addition to the Amercias coverage, LMG Life Sciences also celebrates the leading life sciences market across the EMEA region with a dedicated awards program, which is conducted through a separate research period beginning in the Fall. 

 

When is the submission due?

Firm submissions are due on May 23, 2025.

 

When do you start your interviews?

The research team will begin taking interview requests starting late April, and can be scheduled for a time slot in May or June. If your firm prefers to select interviewees internally, please notify jose.martinez@legalbenchmarkinggroup.com before April 21st, otherwise researchers may begin contacting individuals directly. Upon notification we will then coordinate through the main firm contact, instead of reaching out to your partners directly via the upcoming interview request email campaign.

Due to the volume of firms we interact with, we can allow up to 2 firm interviews maximum.

 

When and where will you publish the 2025 firm rankings and other results?

Firm rankings, attorney rankings and analysis from the 2025 research cycle will be published online in late September. The LMG Life Sciences Americas Awards results will also be announced in September.

 

Can you briefly explain the research process?

Our methodology for the firm rankings, stars lists and awards is based on a weighted system of peer, client and firm feedback, combined with an independent review of all information obtained including firm questionnaires and publicly available information. Please read more about our methodology here.