American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)

Since 1958, ABOTA has worked to advance the civil jury trial and elevate the standards of integrity, civility, and professionalism in the legal profession. The organization has more than 7,600 members, including plaintiff and defense lawyers and judges spread among 95 Chapters in all 50 States and the District of Columbia.  ABOTA is an invitation-only organization requiring members to demonstrate significant litigation experience, including at least 10 civil jury trials.  ABOTA is a leading organization in the fight to preserve and protect Americans’ Seventh Amendment right to a civil jury trial, support judicial independence, and promote civility and professionalism by members of the bar and bench.  To become a Fellow, members must have at least five years of active experience as trial lawyers, have tried a minimum of 10-20 civil jury trials to conclusion as lead counsel, and exhibit the virtues of civility, integrity, and professionalism.  www.abota.com.