Erin Rhinehart Named to Benchmark Litigation's Top 250 Women in Litigation for Sixth Consecutive Year

Erin Rhinehart_2026 HeadshotDAYTON, Ohio — Erin Rhinehart, Co-Managing Partner of Faruki PLL, has once again been recognized among the nation's leading litigators, earning a place in the 15th edition of Benchmark Litigation's Top 250 Women in Litigation.  This marks the sixth consecutive year Rhinehart has received the distinction.

Published annually, the list recognizes the country's most accomplished female litigators based on their work in significant litigation matters, as well as extensive feedback from clients and peers.

As Co-Managing Partner of Faruki, Rhinehart helps lead one of the region's premier business litigation firms while maintaining an active trial and appellate practice.  She represents clients in complex commercial disputes, healthcare litigation, class actions, restrictive covenant matters, and other high stakes business cases, with first-chair jury trial experience and appearances before appellate courts across Ohio, including the Supreme Court of Ohio.

"Litigation is ultimately about helping clients navigate some of the most challenging moments their businesses face," said Rhinehart.  "I'm grateful for the trust our clients place in us and proud to work alongside an exceptional team at Faruki that is committed to delivering thoughtful, strategic advocacy."

Rhinehart has earned national recognition throughout her career, including honors from Chambers and Partners, Best Lawyers, Ohio Super Lawyers, and BTI Consulting's Client Service All Stars. She has also been recognized by the Dayton Business Journal through its Women Who Mean Business and Power 50 programs for her leadership in both the legal profession and the Dayton business community.

"Erin's continued recognition reflects not only her exceptional legal ability, but the confidence clients have in her judgment, leadership, and commitment to achieving results," said Jeffrey Cox, Partner.  "She has played an instrumental role in Faruki's continued growth and reputation as a trusted advisor to businesses throughout Ohio and beyond."

Benchmark Litigation is the definitive guide to the world's leading litigation firms and lawyers, with its Top 250 Women in Litigation list highlighting attorneys who have distinguished themselves through outstanding advocacy and client service.

 

About Faruki: Faruki PLL is a litigation firm with offices in Dayton and Cincinnati, representing clients in complex disputes across a wide range of areas, including intellectual property, class actions, competition and antitrust matters, employment, data privacy, trust disputes, commercial litigation, media law, and arbitration.  The firm also serves as outside general counsel to a number of companies and organizations, providing strategic, day-to-day legal guidance.

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