AV Peer Review Rated
Highest Rating from Martindale-Hubbell
Michigan Auto Law (Gursten, Koltonow, Gursten, Christensen & Raitt, PC) has been given an “AV” rating by the Martindale-Hubbell organization.
This is the highest rating that can be conferred upon an individual attorney or law firm. The “AV” designation shows that a lawyer has reached the height of professional excellence. He or she has usually practiced law for many years, and is recognized for the highest levels of skill and integrity. A detailed explanation of the rating system and process is explained below.
Explanation of Our Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating
Legal Ability Ratings
Legal Ability Ratings take into consideration the standard of professional ability in the area where the lawyer practices, the lawyer's expertise, and other professional qualifications. If a lawyer's practice is limited or specialized, Peer Review Ratings are based on performance in those specific fields of law.
Legal Ability Ratings
A - Very High to Preeminent
B - High to Very High
C - Good to High
General Ethical Standards Rating
The General Ethical Standards Rating denotes adherence to professional standards of conduct and ethics, reliability, diligence and other criteria relevant to the discharge of professional responsibilities.
The General Recommendation Rating is: V - Very High
Peer Review Ratings Reflect Career Development
A lawyer's Peer Review Rating will generally improve over time. But Peer Review Ratings can be revised downward, or even removed if a decline is noted in ability or ethical standards.
AV Peer Review Rating - shows that a lawyer has reached the height of professional excellence. He or she has usually practiced law for many years, and is recognized for the highest levels of skill and integrity.
BV Peer Review Rating - an indication of an exemplary reputation and well-established practice. A typical lawyer is in mid-career, with a significant client base and high professional standing.
CV Peer Review Rating - an excellent first Rating and a statement of a lawyer's above average ability and very high ethics.
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