The Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Rated Attorneys

Pohl & Short P.A. is proud to employ four attorneys who have each earned Martindale-Hubbell’s prestigious “AV” rating: Frank L. Pohl, John R. Simpson, Jr., Alexander S. Douglas II and Scott W. Spradley.

There are two components to the Martindale-Hubbell ratings system:

1. Legal Ability Ratings - these ratings consider the standard of professional ability in the area where the lawyer practices, the lawyer’s expertise, and other professional qualifications. The legal ability ratings are as follows:

A - very high to preeminent
B- high to very high
C - good to high

2. General Ethical Standards Rating - this rating denotes adherence to professional standards of conduct and ethics, reliability, diligence, and other criteria relevant to performance of professional responsibilities. The general recommendation rating is:

V - very high.

An AV rating shows that a lawyer has reached the height of professional excellence. He or she has usually practiced the law for many years (a minimum of five years is required), and is recognized for the highest level of skill and integrity.