Selecting a Lawyer Specializing in Civil Trial Law

When you need the services of an attorney, you want to know you are working with the very best. Navigating the legal system can be complex and frustrating to all but the most experienced. That’s why when you hire a lawyer to handle your case you want someone who has legal expertise in line with your specific needs.

The Florida Bar offers a Board Certification program for Florida Bar members. This certification program is the highest level of recognition for attorneys for competency and experience is specific areas of law. For example, a board certified civil trial lawyer must have practiced law on a full-time basis for at least five years and been substantially involved in the area of civil trial law during the three years preceding application for certification. To be certified, the lawyer is required to have conducted at least 15 contested civil cases in courts of general jurisdiction, including cases before a jury and as lead counsel. Each certified lawyer must be peer-reviewed, complete 50 hours of continuing legal education within the previous three years, and pass a written examination demonstrating knowledge, skills, and proficiency in the field. Board certification is valid for five years, during which time the attorney must continue to practice law and attend Florida Bar-approved continuing legal education

At Florida Trial MD, we take Board Certification seriously. All lawyers can advertise, but only the very best can claim certification. We know you deserve the best-educated and most experienced legal team on your side. By selecting Anthony Caggiano, a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, to head your case you can be more certain that you are getting the representation you need. Our commitment to Board Certification is a commitment to you and your legal needs.

For more information, please contact:

The Florida Bar
Legal Specialization & Education Department
650 Apalachee Parkway
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2300
800/342-8060 or 850/561-5842