Mahendru P.C. founding partner Ashish Mahendru has been named to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers in America guide, marking the sixth consecutive year the veteran trial lawyer has earned the national honor.

The prestigious list recognizes attorneys who excel in finding justice for plaintiffs in high-stakes disputes involving securities, antitrust, commercial fraud, and corporate misconduct. Honorees are noted for their “perseverance and legal skill” required to succeed in these cases.

In this year’s guide, Mr. Mahendru was singled out for exceptional work in the commercial litigation and whistleblower practice categories.

“This recognition is gratifying because it reflects our continued commitment to achieving outstanding results and protecting the financial interests of those we serve,” said Mr. Mahendru. “Our approach has remained the same for the past 25 years – aggressively taking on our clients’ challenges as if they were our own.”

Since 2001, Mr. Mahendru and his colleagues at the boutique commercial litigation firm have built a reputation for standing with clients and relentlessly pursuing the best possible outcome for them, both inside and outside the courtroom. Their success has earned recognition from other Lawdragon 500 listings as well as many of the nation’s top legal guides, including Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers.

The Lawdragon selection process is based on a combination of objective criteria, including research on top verdicts and settlements, peer recognition, and interviews with lawyers throughout the country.

Learn more about the 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers guide and see the full 2026 list here.