Firm News December 2, 2025
Troutman eMerge Named Best Client–Law Firm Team Finalist at The American Lawyer Industry Awards
Finalist Selection Highlights Troutman eMerge’s Metrics-Driven Legal Advocacy and Technical eDiscovery Work With Zurich North America
ATLANTA – Troutman eMerge has been recognized as a finalist at The American Lawyer 2025 Industry Awards in the Best Client–Law Firm Team category. The shortlist honors client–law firm collaborations that deliver measurable, mutual value–aligning goals, coordinating seamlessly, and translating legal work into business results. The firm was recognized for its collaboration with long-term client, Zurich North America, where the team has consistently advanced the client’s business through legal advocacy, disciplined matter management, technology-enabled workflows, and outcomes-focused delivery.
“Being a finalist for Best Client–Law Firm Team is a meaningful validation of how we work with clients to achieve measurable business results, not just legal wins,” said Alison Grounds, founder and managing partner of Troutman eMerge. “This category recognizes client–firm relationships that deliver standout outcomes through trust, coordination, innovation, and measurable impact. It signals that our collaboration model is performing at the very top of the market.”
The American Lawyer Industry Awards honor the most exceptional lawyers, law firms, legal departments, and organizations in the country. The prestigious awards serve not only as a platform to honor these achievements but also as a means to inspire excellence and innovation within the legal industry.
About Troutman eMerge
Troutman eMerge offers clients integrated legal, technology, and AI-enhanced services to address complex data-driven problems in litigation, transactional and compliance matters, government investigations, and information governance initiatives. Troutman eMerge’s lawyers have received numerous accolades from leading industry authorities, including Chambers USA and Legal 500. For more information, visit troutmanemerge.com.
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