Arnold & Itkin Founders Named to 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America

Arnold & Itkin is proud to announce that firm founders Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin have been selected for inclusion in the prestigious 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America. This recognition places them among the nation’s most brilliant, impassioned, and dedicated legal advocates—attorneys who lead the way for their clients, communities, and firms.

Fighting for Those Who Need It Most

Since establishing Arnold & Itkin in 2004, Kurt and Jason set out to create a firm built on one simple principle: help others. Their selection to the Lawdragon 500 reflects more than two decades of unwavering dedication to that mission, representing clients in their darkest hours and delivering results when everything is on the line.

Now in its 21st year, the Lawdragon 500 honors the attorneys on the frontier of legal practice—those advocates who demonstrate exceptional skill and dedication. The selection process involves a year of research, discussions with attorneys nationwide, and comprehensive nominations. Excellence is a given, with honorees typically possessing at least 15 years of practicing law at the highest levels.

The guide celebrates attorneys from coast to coast. This year’s honorees represent the legal profession at its finest: lawyers who inspire and will shape the law for decades to come.

What Inclusion Means

Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin’s inclusion in the Lawdragon 500 is backed by an extraordinary track record of victories for injured workers and families facing corporate giants. What continues to set them apart is their commitment to the courtroom. They’re trial lawyers through and through—attorneys who thrive on the biggest challenges and never back down, no matter who they’re up against.

This approach has earned praise from clients who describe the firm as “unstoppable,” comparing their courtroom battles to David and Goliath stories where Arnold & Itkin fights tirelessly for those who can’t stand up to corporate giants alone.

Looking Ahead

As Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin join the 2026 Lawdragon 500, they remain focused on what they’ve always done best: fighting for people when it matters most. Whether it’s a maritime worker injured in an offshore explosion, a family devastated by a trucking accident, or a worker exposed to toxic chemicals, Arnold & Itkin continues to deliver justice when clients need it most.