Chambers USA ranks the leading firms and attorneys in a wide range of practice areas by conducting in-depth, client-focused research. The results are published each year in a guide that serves as a legal resource for industry-leading companies and organizations alike. Rankings are assessed on criteria such as technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial awareness/astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities that the client considers relevant.

Munsch Hardt attorneys recognized by Chambers USA 2013, as "Leaders in their Field" include:

• William T. Cavanaugh Jr., Dallas - Real Estate
• A. Michael Hainsfurther, Dallas - Corporate/M&A
• Richard O. Kopf, Dallas - Real Estate
• Russell L. Munsch, Dallas - Insolvency, Restructuring & Creditors’ Rights
• Irina B. Plumlee, Dallas – Immigration

For more than twenty years, Chambers has published the leading directories of the legal profession. Their reputation is based on the independence and objectivity of their research. There are more than 130 full-time researchers who interview thousands of lawyers and their clients around the world. This intensive, continuous research identifies the world’s leading lawyers and law firms - those which perform best according to the aforementioned criteria. Chambers USA 2013, will be launching May 2013.