Our Awards & Professional Recognition: A Reputation for Results
National Recognition for Trial Advocacy & Excellence
The attorneys at the Law Offices of Gary Martin Hays & Associates, P.C. have earned recognition from respected legal organizations and professional groups throughout their careers representing injured individuals and families across Georgia. These recognitions reflect a combination of peer evaluations, professional achievements, client feedback, and leadership within the legal community.
While awards alone don’t define a lawyer’s ability to help someone after a serious accident, many of these honors are based on professional reputation, case experience, and contributions to the legal profession. Together, they reflect our firm’s long-standing commitment to advocating for those who have been harmed by the negligence of others.
Below are several professional recognitions and honors associated with attorneys at our law firm.
National Legal Honors And Professional Distinction
The attorneys at Gary Martin Hays & Associates have been recognized by national organizations that evaluate lawyers based on professional reputation, legal achievements, and peer recommendations.
- Attorney Gary Martin Hays has been selected as a Super Lawyers honoree and named among The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, recognitions reserved for attorneys who demonstrate high levels of professional achievement and respect within the legal community. He has also been included among Lawdragon’s Leading Plaintiffs’ Lawyers in America, a guide highlighting influential attorneys who advocate for injured individuals. Hays has also received recognition from organizations such as the National Association of Distinguished Counsel – Top One Percent and America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys, which evaluate lawyers based on professional reputation, case results, and leadership in their field.
- Attorney Shaun Carter has been honored as part of The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, a designation recognizing younger trial attorneys who have demonstrated notable success and professional influence early in their careers.
- Attorney Nicholas Harof has also been recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, which highlights attorneys who demonstrate strong professional ability and growing influence within their practice areas.
Elite Peer-Reviewed Ratings & Ethical Standards
Several attorneys at our firm have earned respected peer-review ratings that reflect evaluations by fellow attorneys and members of the judiciary.
Attorneys Gary Martin Hays, Ramon Palanca, Jr., and Russell Deutschman hold the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating, the highest rating awarded through Martindale-Hubbell’s longstanding peer review process. This rating reflects professional excellence, ethical standards, and recognition among peers within the legal profession.
Our law firm has also received the Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Platinum recognition, which highlights attorneys who receive exceptional client feedback and maintain strong standards of responsiveness and professionalism.
Trial Advocacy And Professional Development
Our legal team remains committed to ongoing professional development and trial advocacy training.
Members of our firm have participated in programs through the Keenan Trial Institute, a nationally recognized program focused on improving courtroom advocacy skills and trial strategies.
Attorney Gary Martin Hays is also a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a professional organization limited to attorneys who have secured verdicts or settlements of at least two million dollars for their clients.
Award-Winning Client Service & Community Support
Several organizations recognize attorneys and law firms based on client feedback and reputation within their communities.
Attorneys at our firm have been recognized among the 10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys, a designation that highlights lawyers who demonstrate strong client satisfaction and professional achievement.
Our law firm has also been recognized by Expertise.com among the Best Car Accident Lawyers and Best Workers’ Compensation Attorneys in the Atlanta area.
Community And Business Recognition in Georgia
Gary Martin Hays & Associates has received recognition from organizations that evaluate businesses based on reputation, service, and community support.
We take great pride in the fact that our firm maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, which reflects our commitment to professional standards and client service.
Our law firm has also been recognized through the Best of Gwinnett program, which highlights businesses that earn strong support and positive feedback from members of the local community.
Best-Selling Authors & Thought Leaders in Georgia Injury Law
The attorneys at Gary Martin Hays & Associates have contributed to legal education through publications that help both lawyers and injured individuals better understand complex areas of Georgia injury law.
Attorney Gary Martin Hays is a bestselling legal author who has written multiple books and expert articles to explain injury claims and complex legal issues in clear, practical terms. Several of his publications were co-authored with attorney Sarah R. Jett, including The Authority on Tractor-Trailer Wreck Claims in Georgia and The Authority on Wrongful Death Claims in Georgia. These books are intended to help readers better understand how serious accident claims work and what families should know as they navigate the legal process.
Hays has also authored additional titles, including The Authority on Personal Injury Claims in Georgia, The Authority on Workers’ Compensation Claims in Georgia, and The Authority on Inadequate/Negligent Security Claims in Georgia, which break down complex legal issues into accessible information for the public.
A Longstanding Commitment To Injury Victims Across Georgia
Since 1993, the attorneys at Gary Martin Hays & Associates, P.C. have focused on helping people whose lives were changed by serious accidents. While professional recognitions reflect reputation within the legal community, our firm’s greatest priority remains helping injured individuals and families in Georgia pursue the compensation they deserve.
If you or someone you love was injured in a car accident, truck wreck, or other serious accident in Georgia, our legal team is ready to listen and help you understand your potential legal options. To learn more, give us a call or contact us online today to schedule a free consultation.
“Gary Martin Hays and Sarah Jett did an amazing job with my case. They handled my injury case professionally so I could focus on trying to get better! I would recommend them to anyone! Very pleased with my results!”
– James M.
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