City & State is a non-partisan media group dedicated to reporting on New York’s local and state politics and policy to inform New York’s leaders about the issues that impact them directly. This list in particular highlights those who are improving the state of New York through their legal practice. The appointed Trailblazers are standing up for civil rights and holding people accountable for crimes of corruption and assault. The list represents experts in their respective fields and is comprised of public defenders, lobbyists, government staffers, and partners at law firms both large and small.