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 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 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 measured by objective and uniformly applied standards in compliance with state bar and model rules. 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, premier legal events, and high-quality educational resources, members can excel with a competitive edge in today’s legal landscape.