For the second year, Botkin Chiarello Calaf’s named partners have been recognized on The Best Lawyers in America annual list of the country’s top attorneys. Ryan Botkin, María Amelia Calaf (MAC) and Katherine Chiarello have all been included for their work in commercial litigation; Ryan was also selected for his appellate practice and litigation – intellectual property.

Additionally, Best Lawyers recognized three Botkin Chiarello Calaf attorneys on its Ones to Watch list. Partner Asra Syed was selected for commercial litigation for the fifth consecutive year. Senior counsel Kayna Stavast Levy and associate Joshua Kelly are marking their first years on the Ones to Watch, also for commercial litigation. Ones to Watch honors attorneys who are earlier in their practices.

“We’ve held our firm and our attorneys to the highest standards since launching,” said Managing Partner Ryan Botkin. “It’s gratifying to know that our peers and colleagues have also noticed our dedication to excellence and our commitment to our clients.”

Best Lawyers employs a four-step process to select its honorees, starting with nominations and voting, then by an analysis of feedback and a final eligibility check before selections are announced.