Florida Bar Board Certification In Civil Trial Law Is The Specialty for Personal Injury Litigation

Fewer than 2% of Florida lawyers are Board Certified in Civil Trial law.

What It Means to Be Florida Bar Board Certified

When you’re choosing a lawyer to help you through one of the most challenging moments of your life, you deserve someone who has proven their skill, commitment, and integrity at the highest possible level. That’s what Florida Bar Board Certification represents.

In Florida, Board Certification is the highest level of evaluation and recognition a lawyer can achieve from The Florida Bar. Fewer than 2% of Florida attorneys have earned this distinction. It's not a marketing slogan or a simple credential — it's an objective, rigorous certification that confirms an attorney has demonstrated substantial experience, advanced knowledge, and unwavering professionalism in a specific area of law.

To become Florida Bar Board Certified, an attorney must:

  • Practice law for a minimum number of years and devote a significant portion of their work to the specialty area.

  • Complete a minimum number of jury trials prior to certification, and a minimum number of jury trials every 5 years.

  • Pass a comprehensive examination that tests not just legal knowledge but practical judgment.

  • Receive peer reviews from judges and fellow lawyers who evaluate professionalism, ethics, and character.

  • Show a history of substantial case involvement, including handling complex matters within their field.

Certification isn’t permanent. Attorneys must be recertified every five years, proving they are staying current with Florida law and continuing to meet the standards of excellence required by the program.

For clients, Board Certification means peace of mind. It tells you that the attorney you’re working with isn’t just experienced — they’ve been independently tested and vetted by the governing body of the legal profession in Florida. It signals dedication, accountability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal work.

When you see the phrase “Florida Bar Board Certified in Civil Trial Law,” it is a clear indicator that your attorney has taken extra steps to earn the trust of their clients and their peers — and that they are committed to representing you with the highest level of professionalism.

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