McFarland PLLC has been recognized in Best Lawyers’ Best Law Firms 2025 edition as a Regional Tier 1 firm in Houston for Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, one of only three Houston firms to achieve this recognition. This is the firm’s tenth consecutive year to be recognized by Best Law Firms.
“When a landowner client comes to our offices, Condemnation Attorneys is on the door,” noted Charles McFarland, the firm’s managing partner. “The exclusive focus on eminent domain and condemnation matters allows our lawyers to immerse themselves in this practice area. The result of this immersion is a deeply knowledgeable and efficient resource for landowners facing acquisitions by the government or public-use entities. It’s an honor that our clients and peers in the legal community have, yet again, recognized our team’s impact and consider us among the best law firms in our sole area of practice.”
The Best Law Firms ranking, independently produced by Best Lawyers, holds significant importance in the legal industry. It serves as a benchmark for excellence, providing a comprehensive and reliable guide of the top-performing law firms across 127 practice areas and 188 local jurisdictions. The rankings are meticulously compiled based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes client feedback, peer reviews, industry leader interviews, and detailed analysis of law firm data.
In addition to the Tier 1 ranking, several McFarland PLLC attorneys have been individually ranked on Best Lawyers lists, all in the Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law category. McFarland has been recognized every year since 2011 and Billy Coe Dyer, who is also routinely recognized, has twice received the “Lawyer of the Year” recognition. Mark Merrell joined the duo on the list this year, and Marie Harlan was again included on the “Ones to Watch” list, in her fifth consecutive appearance.