KCNF Managing Partner Elaine Fitch has been selected for inclusion in the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America guide, which recognizes leading attorneys across the country for their impact, leadership, and dedication to their clients and communities.
Now in its 21st year, the Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America honors what Lawdragon describes as “the lawyers of now,” recognizing advocates who lead the way for clients, their firms, and the broader legal profession.
Honorees were selected through a combination of submissions, independent journalistic research, and editorial vetting by a board of peers. Lawdragon notes that this year’s guide reflects a legal landscape shaped by unprecedented challenges, including executive actions affecting law firms and their lawyers, alongside rapid developments in litigation, security, and other key practice areas.
Fitch’s inclusion reflects her long-standing commitment to representing employees in complex employment and civil rights matters, as well as her leadership at KCNF. Her work has focused on protecting equity, accountability, and due process in the workplace, particularly for federal employees navigating high-stakes disputes.