FOR THE 7TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR, TLF NAMED TO BEST LAWYERS® “BEST LAW FIRMS” LIST

ALBANY, NY | The Towne Law Firm, P.C. (TLF) is proud to share that it has once again been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers’ “Best Law Firms” list, earning multiple metropolitan rankings in Albany, NY.  The firm earned five metropolitan rankings in Albany, NY, reflecting its broad litigation and labor capabilities:

• Tier 1 in Litigation – Labor & Employment
• Tier 2 in Labor Law – Union
• Tier 3 in Commercial Litigation
• Tier 3 in Litigation – Construction
• Tier 3 in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

This continued recognition highlights TLF’s dedication to delivering high-quality legal representation across its diverse practice areas. Being included on the list for the seventh year in a row reflects the firm’s ongoing commitment to excellence and the trust it has earned from clients and peers throughout the region.

Eligibility for a “Best Law Firms” ranking requires at least one attorney to be recognized in Best Lawyers in America®, a distinction awarded to only the top 6% of attorneys nationwide. Earlier this year, Best Lawyers honored several of TLF’s attorneys for their professional achievements. Partner James T. Towne, Jr. was recognized for his work in Labor and Employment Litigation, Commercial Litigation, and Construction Litigation; Attorney Robert H. Coughlin, Jr. was recognized for Personal Injury Litigation; and Hon. Eugene P. Devine (Ret.) received recognition for his contributions to the fields of Labor Law (Union) and Real Estate Law. In addition, Attorney Megan L. Bassler was featured on the Ones to Watch list for her growing success in Labor and Employment Law.

The Towne Law Firm celebrates this achievement and remains committed to providing trusted, strategic counsel to its clients in 2026 and the years ahead.

The attorneys and professional staff of The Towne Law Firm, P.C. (TLF) comprise a general practice law firm advising clients and trying cases in a broad range of legal fields. From matters as small as a traffic ticket to the most complex business disputes, you may rely on our experience and availability.