Hennes Communications has been named among the top crisis PR firms in the U.S. by Chambers and Partners, considered the leading independent professional legal research company in the world. Hennes is one of only 16 communication consulting firms included in the list for 2023.
“We are thrilled to be included in what is probably the most exacting lists compiled by any consulting organization in the world,” said Bruce Hennes, chief executive officer for Hennes Communications. “From our many years working with firms and individuals in the legal profession, we know the rigorous process organizations go through to be considered by Chambers. This is a high honor for our firm.”
Founded in 1989, Chambers and Partners provides detailed rankings and insights into the world’s top lawyers, legal departments and law firms. The rankings are relied on by organizations seeking legal counsel in 70 countries worldwide. Chambers also evaluates and considers applications from select professional advisors who work with the legal profession to provide closely aligned services. Hennes Communications is listed in the Crisis & Risk Management professional advisors’ category. Applicants must submit an extensive list of references, detailed examples of work performed for clients along with details of results achieved, and participate in a personal interview with Chambers’ staff. This was the first year that Hennes Communications submitted an application for consideration.
In listing Hennes Communications, Chambers noted the firm’s in-depth experience creating and implementing communications responses to crises and reputational difficulties. Chambers also noted the firm’s expertise integrating social media strategies into crisis response, its media training work and crisis preparedness and planning counsel.
Hennes Communications works extensively with law firms and corporate law departments throughout the country. “Having a seat at the table with a client’s legal counsel is both a great privilege and a deep responsibility,” Hennes said. “We know how high the stakes are in these situations and we take our role very seriously. The advice we give can have enormous influence on reputation, stakeholder trust, employee confidence and even operational success.”
Founded in 1989, Hennes Communications has built its business by helping clients manage the communications response to reputational challenges, crisis events and other issues that threaten their operations, personnel and funding, and affect their ability to carry out their mission and serve their stakeholders. The firm works with government agencies, public and private companies, educational institutions, healthcare providers and nonprofit organizations regionally, nationally and internationally. For more information, visit www.crisiscommunications.com.