In the 2010 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, 208 Skadden attorneys received a total of 255 individual rankings as leading lawyers in their practices — more than any other firm. The firm was recognized in 81 of Chambers’ rankings by practice and jurisdiction — 33 of which were top-tier.
In addition, Skadden received a Chambers USA Award for Excellence for "Tax Department of the Year" for the second consecutive year. The award recognizes practices that have done outstanding work in the previous year.