Join a national network of trial lawyers where membership elevates your career, grows your firm, and expands your business. Access exclusive resources, attend premier legal events, and leverage unparalleled networking opportunities to showcase your expertise and distinguish yourself among the nation’s top attorneys.

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The National Trial Lawyers is a professional, invitation-only organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from across the country who exemplify superior qualifications as civil plaintiff and/or criminal defense trial lawyers. Selection is based on a thorough multi-phase objective and uniformly applied process which includes peer nominations combined with third-party research. Membership is extended only to a select few of the most qualified attorneys from each state or region who demonstrate superior qualifications of leadership, reputation, influence, stature, and public profile. Our members have exclusive access to legal education, networking events, and other relevant services.

The National Trial Lawyers is an essential source of information, education, and networking for the most accomplished trial lawyers across the country. Through unique and professional networking opportunities, information, and CLE programs, we continually strive to give our members a competitive edge in today’s ever-changing legal profession. It is the mission of The National Trial Lawyers to provide networking opportunities, advocacy training, and the highest quality educational programs for the nation’s leading trial lawyers.

Exclusive & Coveted

The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and Top 40 Under 40 are prestigious, invitation-only organizations recognizing the nation’s top trial lawyers in civil plaintiff and criminal defense law. Membership is extended exclusively to those meeting the highest professional standards and provides invaluable recognition and career advancement. The Top 100 honors attorneys of all ages, while the Top 40 Under 40 celebrates the rising stars of the legal field. By joining a Specialty Association, members also gain exclusive access to unparalleled networking, case referrals, and CLE opportunities—resources designed to fuel professional growth and practice elevation. Now is the perfect time to secure your place among the most accomplished trial lawyers in the country.

The National Trial Lawyers is proud to introduce our new General Membership, designed for licensed attorneys committed to excellence in civil plaintiff or criminal defense law. General members join an elite network that advances careers and contributes to improving the legal system. With access to CLE programs, advocacy training, premier legal events, and high-quality educational resources, members can excel with a competitive edge in today’s legal landscape.