Carol Avard, attorney at Avard Law Firm, has successfully renewed her certification as a Social Security Disability advocate, marking a significant achievement in her legal career. This certification, awarded by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA), demonstrates her expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality legal representation for clients seeking Social Security Disability benefits.
The NBTA was founded with the aim of establishing objective standards to reflect an attorney’s experience and skill in trial law. With a focus on the practice of law in specific fields, such as Social Security Disability, the NBTA’s certification process ensures that legal professionals meet rigorous criteria before being recognised as specialists in their area.
Avard’s recertification places her among a select group of trial attorneys who have demonstrated their dedication to upholding high standards in legal practice. The process involves a thorough evaluation of an attorney’s qualifications, including substantial trial experience, the submission of judicial and peer references, attendance at continuing legal education courses, and proof of good standing with relevant legal bodies.
As part of her ongoing commitment to professional development, Avard has met these demanding requirements, confirming her competence and qualifications. Board certification, the highest level of professional recognition for attorneys, is awarded only by non-profit organisations, offering consumers a reliable way to identify qualified legal counsel. Only around three percent of American lawyers achieve board certification, underscoring its prestige.
Avard’s qualifications are extensive. She holds an ABE from Harvard University and is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law. Licensed to practice in both Florida and Massachusetts, she is also a member of several key legal bodies, including the U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.
Her legal career has been marked by active involvement in professional organisations. She has served on the Board of Directors for the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) from 2013 to 2015, and is currently a member of the Commission on the Social Security Disability Law Specialty Program Commission for the NBTA. In addition, Avard is an active member of the Florida Justice Association and the Harvard Club of Naples, and holds an active licence as an attorney broker with the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers.
Avard’s recertification highlights her dedication to providing expert legal counsel in the complex area of Social Security Disability law, offering clients a reliable and knowledgeable advocate. Her continued success and involvement in shaping the future of Social Security Disability law further solidify her reputation as a leading figure in the legal community.
As a board-certified attorney, Carol Avard represents the high standards and expertise that consumers can trust when seeking legal assistance, ensuring that they receive the highest level of professional care. For more information on Attorney Carol Avard, please visit: www.avardlaw.com and www.nbtalawyers.org
