Mullins Law Group makes Best Law Firms list for third straight year

Mullins Law Group has been recognized again by Best Law Firms for transportation law in Washington, D.C., marking its third consecutive year on the list. The ranking underscores the firm’s visibility in railroad and transportation work and also spotlights individual honors for two of its lawyers.

Why it matters: - Best Law Firms ranks the top 3.8% of law firms nationwide, so repeated inclusion signals sustained recognition in a competitive legal market. - The honor can influence client trust in transportation and railroad matters, where regulatory experience and industry familiarity matter. - Individual recognition for William Mullins and Crystal Zorbaugh adds to the firm’s visibility in transportation law.

What happened: - Mullins Law Group, PLLC was named to Best Law Firms for Transportation Law in Washington, D.C. for the third consecutive year. - Best Law Firms is independently produced by Best Lawyers. - The 17th edition of the rankings drew on client feedback, peer evaluations, and leadership interviews. - William Mullins said the firm was proud to be recognized for the third year in a row and grateful to clients and colleagues for their feedback.

The details: - Best Law Firms said its 2026 research included more than 110,000 client references, 70,000 peer lawyers surveyed, and more than 1,000 leadership interviews. - William Mullins and Crystal Zorbaugh were also individually recognized by Best Lawyers for Transportation Law. - Mullins’ recognition marks 15 consecutive years with the organization. - Zorbaugh was named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for the second consecutive year. - William Mullins is a former Chief of Staff at the Interstate Commerce Commission, now the Surface Transportation Board. - Mullins founded Mullins Law Group and serves as its managing partner. - The firm focuses on transportation industry matters and represents clients before the Surface Transportation Board, the Department of Transportation and sub-agencies, the Department of Justice, and U.S. appellate and district courts. - Zorbaugh’s practice covers railroad transportation law and policy, transportation grant writing, regulatory compliance, and litigation. - Zorbaugh has worked on matters before the Federal Railroad Administration, the Federal Transit Administration, the Railroad Retirement Board, and the Surface Transportation Board. - Before becoming an attorney, Zorbaugh spent 12 years in the industry as a legal assistant, paralegal, and law clerk. - Mullins Law Group says it has a long history in railroad law and helps clients navigate transportation challenges. - The firm’s website is more information.

Between the lines: - The repeated ranking suggests the firm is maintaining its standing in a niche practice area where institutional knowledge is a key differentiator. - The dual recognition of senior and rising attorneys points to continuity in the firm’s transportation bench.

What’s next: - Mullins Law Group will likely continue positioning its transportation and railroad practice around federal agency work and industry regulatory matters. - Future recognition will depend on continued peer, client, and leadership feedback in Best Lawyers’ annual process.