MacDonald Illig Highly Rated in 2011-2012 U.S.News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” Rankings

The law firm of MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton LLP is pleased to announce their continued first-tier recognition in the second edition of the U.S.News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings.

In the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, MacDonald Illig received recognition in a multitude of practice areas. Six of the Firm's practice areas earned first-tier status, more than any other law firm in northwestern Pennsylvania. The firm received first-tier status for its practices in: Environmental Law; Health Care Law; Personal Injury Litigation-Defendants; Project Finance Law; Public Finance Law; and Trusts and Estates Law.

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