Mendenhall and Ugarte Recognized on Crain’s 2017 List of Most Influential Minority Lawyers in Chicago

Partners Sam Mendenhall and Ricardo Ugarte are recognized as among The Most Influential Minority Lawyers in Chicago on the inaugural list published by Crain’s Custom Media.

Sam’s article notes that over the last 18 months, he has built on his legacy of precedent-setting legal work, successful pro bono representations, and giving back to the Winston & Strawn and greater Chicago communities. His significant cases include representing the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team in its fight for equal pay.

Ricardo’s feature highlights his multilingual capabilities in advising clients in oil and energy, finance, telecoms, pharma, construction, and manufacturing in a broad range of international disputes. As International Arbitration Practice Chair, Ricardo has overseen the practice’s strategic expansion with the addition of several top-tier attorneys in London, New York, Dubai, and Asia.