Susman Godfrey

Overview

Susman Godfrey is an elite litigation boutique firm (founding date not provided in the sources) that specializes in complex commercial and trial litigation, often handling high-stakes matters for both plaintiffs and defendants and using innovative contingency-fee arrangements. According to recent rankings the firm has 221 attorneys and reported $528,072,000 in gross revenue for 2024, placing 98th on The American Lawyer Am Law 200 (2025), 202nd on the NLJ 500 (2025), and 84th on the 2024 Global 200 by revenue. Known for giving junior lawyers immediate responsibility and treating associates like future partners, Susman Godfrey combines a demanding, high-intensity work environment with competitive compensation, bonuses, social events, and firm retreats. The firm operates four offices and is distinguished by its trial focus, fee innovation, and strong financial performance among litigation boutiques.