Jones Walker attorneys Harry Simms Hardin, III, Pauline F. Hardin, and R. Patrick Vance were recognized in the area of Litigation in “Chambers USA – America's Leading Lawyers for Business.” The 2007 Chambers USA guide ranks Jones Walker in the first band in the Litigation practice area. A total of 24 attorneys were recognized in the areas of Banking & Finance, Corporate/M&A, Energy & Natural Resources, Environment, Gaming & Licensing, Labor & Employment, Litigation, and Real Estate. Jones Walker received first-band rankings in each of the eight practice areas Chambers USA covers for the state of Louisiana, and was the only firm in the state to receive such honors. To access the Chambers USA online directory, please visit their website.