Firm Overview
Best Best & Krieger is the leading municipal and public agency law firm in California, with deep expertise in water law, environmental law, and education law for public entities. The firm's public sector focus and its California-wide presence make it the premier choice for California public agencies.
Associate Experience
Associates at BBK develop specialized public agency and municipal law expertise that is genuinely difficult to replicate elsewhere. The Riverside-centered culture prioritizes substantive development in a collegial environment.
Lateral Recruiting Context
Best Best & Krieger recruits municipal law, water law, and public agency practitioners. For laterals with public sector backgrounds in California, the firm is the leading destination.
Rankings
TierLocal/Regional
Firm Size
Total Lawyers251
Associates74
Partners122
Counsel53
Assoc : Partner0.6 : 1
*as of May 2026
Practice Strengths
Municipal LawPublic Agency LawEnvironmentalWater LawEducation LawLabor & Employment
Key Markets
RiversideLos AngelesSan DiegoSacramentoIndian WellsIrvineOaklandOntarioWashington DC
