Why Employ A Certified Specialist?

The State Bar Of Arizona provides certifications in several areas of practice, including Injury & Wrongful Death Litigation. In order to become certified as a Specialist in this area by the State Bar of Arizona, a lawyer must meet the following criteria:

• Admission to the practice of law for 5 years
• Admission to the State Bar of Arizona for 2 years immediately preceding submission of the application
• Devotion of at least 50% of a full-time practice to the specialty area
• Substantial involvement in the certification area for 4 of the 6 years immediately preceding submission of the application

Additionally, peer review is conducted and a written examination must be passed.

A lawyer seeking initial certification as a specialist in Injury & Wrongful Death Litigation must pass a full-day exam focused on issues involving tort law and be deemed proficient in trial practice as evidenced by substantial litigation experience. Completion of jury trials is the cornerstone of this latter requirement. Continuing Legal Education relating to the specific practice area is required on an annual basis. Recertification is required at 5 year intervals.

As of June 1, 2010, only 196 lawyers of the approximately 19,000 lawyers licensed to practice law in Arizona are certified as specialists in Injury & Wrongful Death Litigation. Timothy J. Kamper has been certified as a Specialist in Injury & Wrongful Death Litigation since 1992, and he has won numerous jury trials in Maricopa County.

Experience is certainly a factor one should consider when deciding whether to retain a lawyer, especially when you have been injured and you have to deal with an insurance company. Your lawyer is not only your representative, but is your guide to the complex world of insurance claims and litigation. You should also determine whether the lawyer you seek to represent you is not only experienced in injury cases, but will also actually work on and be responsible for your case. The Attorney/Client relationship is a personal one and you should certainly know with whom you will be involved in that relationship. Hiring a Certified Specialist who will personally work with you on your case is a good foundation for a successful Attorney/Client relationship and a well-prepared case. Call us today at (602) 230-1234 for a free consultation.

Timothy J. Kamper, P.C. |  Phone: 602-230-1234  |  1 E. Camelback Rd. Suite 550  |  Phoenix, AZ  85012  | Site Map
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