Invitation only

The most prestigious organizations that attorneys can belong to are those that actually select their members based on highly stringent criteria. No-one can simply apply to become members of these organizations. The selection criteria mean that only a very small percentage of attorneys – representing the best of the best – are invited to become members.

American College of Trial Lawyers

This is a highly selective group of the most experienced and respected trial lawyers in the country.

International Academy of Trial Lawyers

Members of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers represent the most exceptional attorneys in the world.

American Board of Trial Advocates

Only attorneys who have tried at least 20 civil jury trials and who are selected by their peers can join ABOTA.

Litigation Counsel of America

Fellowship in the LCA is highly selective and by invitation only, based upon accomplishments in litigation.




Peer rating organizations

Arguably, it is other attorneys who are in the best position to evaluate the skill, integrity and legal ability of a lawyer. These peer-rating organizations rely on those people – our peers in the legal profession – to recommend and rate attorneys based on exacting criteria.

Best Lawyers in America

Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.

Martindale-Hubbell

One of the most respected attorney directories, Martindale-Hubbell is an authoritative resource for information.

Super Lawyers

This is a listing of outstanding lawyers who have attained excellent peer recognition and professional achievement.




Membership organizations

All attorneys working in the relevant areas are eligible to join these organizations and each of them contributes a great deal to the legal community.

American Association for Justice

As the world's largest trial bar, AAJ promotes justice and fairness for injured people, safeguards victims' rights.

American Bar Association

The ABA serves the legal profession and the public, defending liberty and pursuing justice.

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

The Indiana Trial Lawyers Association seeks to uphold the highest standards within Indiana.

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