Davis+Gilbert has once again earned a Tier 1 ranking in the Media Law International (MLI) 2026 guide, reaffirming the firm’s standing as a leading media law practice in the United States.
In addition to the firm’s top-tier departmental recognition, Ashima Dayal and Jim Johnston have each been individually ranked as “Leading Lawyers” in media law. This marks the second consecutive year both attorneys have received individual recognition from MLI.
This year marks Davis+Gilbert’s 12th consecutive year of recognition by MLI and its 10th consecutive year earning a Tier 1 ranking. Davis+Gilbert’s Media Law practice advises clients across the media and entertainment landscape, including publishers, broadcasters, streamers, producers, creators, digital platforms, and other content-driven businesses. The team skillfully handles both deals and disputes, conducts pre‑publication and pre‑airing content review, and provides advice on privacy, intellectual property, defamation, and other sophisticated issues posed by entertainment, news and other editorial content.
To view the full rankings and MLI’s commentary, visit: https://www.medialawinternational.com/usrankings.html
About Media Law International
Media Law International is an independent publisher dedicated exclusively to media law, conducting rigorous and independent research to evaluate law firm capabilities, market influence, and sector expertise across jurisdictions worldwide.
About Davis+Gilbert
Davis+Gilbert helped guide the development of the marketing communications ecosystem over the past century. Today, we apply that same see-around-corners vision to real estate, financial services, hospitality, technology and other service sector clients across the country and around the world. And it’s not just about the law; with deep insights into industry issues, our legal strategies work in tandem with business realities to reduce risk and make a real competitive difference. Our practice groups – Advertising + Marketing, Bankruptcy, Creditors’ Rights + Finance, Benefits + Compensation, Corporate + Transactions, Intellectual Property + Media, Labor + Employment, Litigation + Dispute Resolution, Privacy, Technology + Data Security, Private Client Services, and Real Estate – work collaboratively to meet today’s business needs. Davis+Gilbert is consistently ranked in Chambers USA and Legal 500 United States.