Recognition from peer attorneys and independent legal organizations reflects the kind of track record we’ve built over three decades of representing injury victims across Arizona. Here’s a factual look at the credentials behind the name.
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 and Top 40 Under 40
The National Trial Lawyers is an invitation-only professional organization for civil plaintiff and criminal defense trial attorneys. Membership isn’t a popularity contest or a paid ranking — it’s an individual evaluation against fixed eligibility criteria, using a multi-phase process that combines peer nominations with third-party research. The organization is explicit that its lists aren’t comparative rankings: attorneys are assessed on their own qualifications, leadership, and trial record, not scored against one another, and membership is reevaluated every year rather than granted for life.
Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in Arizona
Membership in the Top 100 is limited to a small group of attorneys per state who demonstrate superior qualifications, leadership, and trial results. Two of our founding attorneys hold this honor:
- Michael A. Wade, Founding Partner
- Michael J. Nysather, Co-Founder
Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in Arizona
This list is limited to roughly 40 attorneys per state under age 40 who’ve demonstrated exceptional performance early in their trial careers. Our attorney recognized on this list:
- Michael M. Roberts, Attorney
Other Firm Credentials
Beyond individual attorney recognition, the firm carries several credentials that reflect our standing with clients, peers, and the broader legal and business community:
- Better Business Bureau (BBB) Accredited — accreditation reflects a commitment to BBB standards for truthful advertising and responsiveness to customer concerns.
- Maricopa County Bar Association — active membership in the county’s bar association, connecting the firm to the local legal community’s standards and resources.
- Best Lawyers — Best Law Firms, U.S. News & World Report — inclusion in this widely-referenced annual ranking of law firms, compiled through peer review and client evaluation surveys.
- 10 Best Law Firm 2026 — American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys — recognition from an organization focused specifically on personal injury practice.
Why Credentials Aren’t the Whole Story
Recognition from outside organizations says something real about a firm’s standing, but it isn’t a substitute for what actually matters in your case: direct communication with your attorney, a real investigation into what happened to you, and a team that won’t settle just to close a file. The credentials above are part of the picture — the free case review is where you find out the rest.
Common Questions
Is “Top 100” a ranking of the best attorneys in Arizona?
No. The National Trial Lawyers is explicit that Top 100 and Top 40 Under 40 aren’t comparative rankings or numerical scoring systems — attorneys are evaluated individually against fixed criteria, not ranked against each other.
Do these credentials cost money to obtain?
Selection is based on peer nomination and third-party research rather than a fee-for-inclusion model, according to the organization’s own description of its process.
Does firm recognition affect how my case is handled?
Not directly — every case gets the same investigation, direct communication, and negotiation approach regardless of any individual attorney’s outside recognition.
How do I know which attorney would handle my case?
That’s one of the first things covered in a free case review, which carries zero obligation.