Stephen Bacon, Emily Murphy Recognized in 2026 Benchmark Litigation U.S. 40 & Under List

For the third consecutive year, Benchmark Litigation has named Rogers Joseph O’Donnell P.C. shareholders Stephen L. Bacon and Emily A. Murphy to its 2026 U.S. 40 & Under list. The 11th edition of the list highlights some of the country’s most accomplished litigators under 40 based on their work over the past year. 

Widely considered the definitive guide to the world’s leading litigation firms and lawyers, Benchmark Litigation selects honorees based on extensive market research and interviews with litigators, dispute resolution specialists and their clients. 

Bacon represents contractors, subcontractors and other clients in government contracts and construction disputes involving federal, state and local public projects. His practice includes bid protests, contract claims and litigation arising from public procurement matters.

Murphy represents retailers and manufacturers in consumer products litigation and class actions.  She also has experience representing employers in labor and employment matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination and wage-and-hour claims.