BatesCarey maintained its strong showing in the Lexology Index, formerly Who’s Who Legal, with Robert J. Bates, Jr., Adam H. Fleischer and Mark G. Sheridan all recognized as 2025 “Recommended” leaders in the Insurance and Reinsurance sector by the global rankings entity.

Bob also topped the list as a USA Thought Leader, Lexology’s highest honor and a distinction he has held for many years. The world’s largest insurance and reinsurance companies depend on Bob to navigate their most crucial matters. For his exceptional representation in direct insurance coverage and reinsurance disputes, he has been recognized by other major rankings entities, including Chambers, Best Lawyers® and Super Lawyers year after year.

Adam is recognized for building one of the country’s most highly regarded coverage teams, balancing the industry’s challenges in negotiating and resolving volatile claims nationwide, while protecting the interests at the industry’s core. In addition to his leading Chambers ranking, he has been honored as a “Trailblazer” by the National Law Journal, a Gen X Notable Leader in Law and a Notable Litigator and Trial Attorney by Crain’s Chicago Business.

Mark is lauded for his successful track record of representing insurance and reinsurance companies in litigation and arbitrations for more than 30 years. His national reputation among leading reinsurance companies as an aggressive advocate for their interests lands him on the top of legal industry rankings across the country, including Chambers, Best Lawyers®, Super Lawyers and Leading Lawyers.

For nearly two decades, Who’s Who Legal has identified leading practitioners based on comprehensive research results from both general counsel and private practice lawyers worldwide. Last year, Who’s Who Legal became a part of Lexology, rebranding and changing its name to Lexology Index. For more information about these rankings, visit Lexology Index.