Management Consulted names Bates White to its list of top firms for fourth consecutive year
For the fourth consecutive year, Bates White has been included on Management Consulted’s list of top consulting firms. Notably, Bates White is one of just three firms to earn this prestigious distinction in the Economic and Litigation category.
Management Consulted is a leading career resource for aspiring consultants. Its rankings are based on criteria that include, among other dimensions, prestige, culture, compensation, work-life balance, project diversity, and future business outlook. To determine which firms made the list, Management Consulted reviewed more than 15 years of industry insights, extensive surveys, and its recent Consulting Salary Report.
In its 2026 profile of Bates White, Management Consulted says the firm is “known for its rigorous, data-driven approach to complex economic questions in litigation, regulatory, and policy contexts,” citing its involvement in high-stakes antitrust cases. Management Consulted praises Bates White for its intellectual rigor, sharing of risks and rewards, and commitment to providing employees with opportunities for professional growth. “From day one, you’re treated as a core member of the team, not just a support resource,” it reports. “Bates White offers a culture where analytical thinkers can thrive—combining challenging work, strong mentorship, and a genuinely team-oriented environment.”
The profile also highlights Bates White’s top-ranked Summer Consultant Program, which allows rising college seniors to work closely with employees at all levels—including PhD Economists and MBAs—to tackle project work for real clients.
Bates White’s Summer Consultant Program was recently ranked #1 on Vault’s 2026 Best Internships list. The firm also ranked #8 on Vault’s 2026 list of the 50 best consulting firms to work for in North America.
