With so many personal injury attorneys in Connecticut, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. At McCoy & McCoy, we make that decision easier. Our Board Certified Trial Attorney has been tested, proven, and recognized for excellence in the courtroom.
Attorney Frank McCoy, Jr. is board certified in civil trial law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy which is a division of the American Bar Association’s National Board of Legal Specialty Certification. This certification means that Attorney McCoy is a recognized specialist in the area of civil litigation. He is among less than .05% of registered attorneys in the state who have this certification.
Civil trial law is an area that personal injury lawyers must master, since these attorneys need to be prepared to aggressively litigate their cases in civil court, should the case require such action..
Personal injury lawyers need to not only be skilled in the negotiation of settlements, but they also need to know how to file lawsuits and how to effectively present evidence and persuasive arguments before judges and juries, as many injury cases require litigation.
In trials, every decision and statement your lawyer makes matters – one rookie mistake can derail your entire case. When you hire McCoy & McCoy, you can rest assured that you are working with a legal professional who has been formally recognized for his extensive knowledge and skill in civil trial advocacy.
In order to become a certified trial lawyer, Attorney McCoy had to meet rigid requirements in the areas of litigation experience, training and ethical standing. Here are some of the main qualifications lawyers must meet in order to obtain certifications as a civil trail advocate, according to the National Board of Trial Advocacy:
Proof of Substantial Involvement in Civil Litigation
Proof of Good Standing in the State Practice Law In
Successful Results from Peer Review Process
Passage of Civil Litigation Written Exam
Completion of A Certain Amount of Litigation Training Through Continuing Legal Education
Experience in Law
In addition to meeting these requirements, each attorney who applies for certification must also disclose any information concerning previous criminal charges, allegations of professional misconduct or claims of professional negligence. Lawyers who want to maintain their civil trial law certification must get re-certified every 5 years.
Whether you’re ready to file a claim or just want answers, we’re here to help. There’s no risk and no obligation – just trusted legal advice and a team that puts you first.