Porter Wright is proud to announce its inclusion in the BTI Super Listener A-Team 2026: Clients Rank Law Firms Best at Business Development, a newly released, independent ranking highlighting the law firms corporate counsel say excel at driving new business through superior client engagement.

Among its distinctions, Porter Wright was recognized for outperforming the majority of firms in transforming client conversations into trusted relationships and new opportunities. Porter Wright secured its place among the nation’s most elite firms recognized for outstanding performance in business development. The firm was also identified as ‘a Standout’ in three of the six pivotal activities that most influence client hiring decisions and long-term relationships.

The ranking is based on direct, unprompted feedback from more than 350 leading corporate counsel, using the same rigorous methodology behind BTI’s widely respected Client Service A-Team and related reports. Notably, this is the only independent study dedicated specifically to evaluating the listening and business development behaviors that generate new inbound work.

“Being named to the BTI Super Listener A-Team reflects our deep commitment to understanding our clients’ businesses and delivering meaningful, forward-thinking solutions,” said Bob Tannous, managing partner at Porter Wright. “We are honored that clients recognize the value we place on listening, collaboration and anticipating their needs.”

According to BTI, “Super Listening” is the single most important behavior separating elite business developers from their peers. Top-performing firms consistently demonstrate strength across six critical areas:

• Super Listening
• Anticipating Needs
• Innovative Solutions
• Creativity
• Educating Clients
• Co-Solutioning

These capabilities are the behaviors clients reward with their most valuable work, leading to stronger relationships, increased loyalty and more inbound opportunities.