In “Hamlet,” Polonius’ Words of Advice to Laertes might apply just as well to the best litigators among us — “Beware [o]f entrance to a quarrel; but being in, Bear’t that th’ opposed may beware of thee.”

The 20 lawyers spotlighted in this year’s Winning Litigators special report fought high-stakes battles in court and emerged victorious for clients across the globe. They did so through relentless preparation, adaptability and skill.