(Philadelphia) – Brian J. McMonagle, co-founder of McMonagle Perri McHugh Mischak Davis, has once again been recognized by his peers and selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2026 for his work in general and white-collar criminal defense in Philadelphia.
McMonagle has appeared on the list every year since 2012, earning noteworthy merit as Philadelphia’s “Lawyer of the Year” for Criminal Defense in 2021, 2023 and 2025. The Lawyer of the Year designation is a distinctive one, as it is bestowed on a single attorney per specialty and geographic region annually. To have received this honor three times in five years is an exceptional achievement.
Best Lawyers is widely regarded as the gold standard in attorney rankings with selections based entirely on peer review. Lawyers cannot pay to be included, making the honor especially meaningful. In the most recent evaluation cycle, more than 13 million submissions were analyzed to identify the top attorneys across the country. The 2026 edition features about 168,000 lawyers recognized for excellence in their respective practice areas.
McMonagle is known nationally and internationally for his high-profile work. He has defended a wide range of prominent clients including professional athletes, politicians, judges, law enforcement officials, physicians, media personalities, and religious leaders.
McMonagle is a fellow of both the American College of Trial Lawyers and the American Board of Criminal Lawyers and is listed in Martindale-Hubbell’s Bar Register of Preeminent Attorneys. He is also the current president of the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Formed in 1995, McMonagle Perri McHugh Mischak Davis is a nationally known criminal defense, personal injury and family law firm based in Philadelphia. The firm consistently litigates high profile cases resulting in acquittals and/or million-dollar awards/settlements. Practice areas include criminal defense, personal injury and family law. For more information, visit www.mpmpc.com or call (215) 981-0999.