(Memphis, TN/February 16, 2012) Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC is pleased to recognize the following attorneys who have recently received Martindale-Hubbell's AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review rating, the highest possible rating for ethical standards and legal ability: Laurie D. Clark, Craig C. Conley, Michael T. Dawkins, Blair B. Evans, Stacy E. Thomas.
Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the Bar and the Judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings reflect a combination of achieving a Very High General Ethical Standards rating and a Legal Ability numerical 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. Legal Ability ratings are based on performance in five key areas, rated on a scale of 1 to 5 (with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest). These areas are legal knowledge, analytical capabilities, judgment, communication ability and legal experience.