Las Vegas Defense Attorney Brian J. Smith Receives AV Preeminent Ranking

Online, June 5, 2013 (Newswire.com) - Accomplished Las Vegas criminal defense attorney Brian J. Smith was recently awarded with the "AV Preeminent Rating" from LexiNexis Martindale-Hubbell. "AV Preeminent" is the highest level of achievement given, and underscores Brian J. Smith's outstanding legal ability and adherence to ethical standards.

The Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings have been trusted for over 130 years as a reliable assessment of lawyers across the United States. Lawyers receive ratings based on the recommendation and review of peer lawyers and judges. The survey analyzes lawyers for general legal knowledge, analytical capabilities, judgment, communication ability, and legal experience. The rating of "AV Preeminent," which is given to less than 5 percent of lawyers within the US, is the highest possible rating, and distinguishes Brian J. Smith as being among the top of his peers.

Brian J. Smith received his degree from the Fordham University School of Law in 1996, and has been practicing law ever since. Over the years, he has established himself as a talented litigator in the field of criminal defense. He has worked in various locations in the US, and has represented clients in virtually every area of criminal defense.

Mr. Smith has been licensed to practice in Nevada since 2008, and represents clients at both the State and Federal levels. He is also licensed to practice in New York and Washington State, and maintains an office in Bangkok, Thailand, where he offers his legal expertise to Thai and American businesses. However, no matter where the location, one thing remains consistent; Brian J. Smith is completely dedicated to fighting for the rights of his clients. To learn more about Brian J. Smith, visit http://bjsmithcriminaldefense.com/ or call (702) 380-8248.