[1] The firm is ranked by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, Benchmark Litigation, and U.S. News-Best Lawyers as among the top practices in the United States.

George T. Eidson and American Bankers Association President Donald T. Senterfitt[6] later became name partners and played significant roles in the growth and success of the firm from the 1950s through the 1980s.

[7][citation needed] The Legal 500: In 2022, Akerman was top-ranked nationally in middle market M&A and recognized nationally as a leading law firm for real estate, land use, construction, tax, and immigration law.

The annual lists honor practice groups that stand out based on the size, complexity, and consequence of client matters handled.

Chambers Latin America recognized Akerman for International Arbitration with its "Highly Regarded" honor.