Hawkins has been listed as a Tier 1 Public Finance firm in New York City since the "Best Law Firms" listing started in 2010.
The firm is also listed in Tier 1 Nationally in Public Finance and Tier 1 in Portland, OR for Public Finance. Hawkins is listed as Tier 3 in Public Finance in Raleigh, NC.
Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" recognition is based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their field, and a review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process. For more information https://bestlawfirms.usnews.com/