Interviews and contacts: Throughout the selection process, Law & Politics meets and corresponds with law firms in Pennsylvania to identify the top lawyers in those firms.
Independent research: The Law & Politics attorney-led research team actively searches for outstanding attorneys to complement the statewide survey of lawyers. The research team evaluates prospective candidates on indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Civic service and pro bono activities are also considered.
Data Verification: Each candidate is contacted to verify the lawyer’s professional information, including primary area of practice. Even if selected, a Super Lawyer candidate’s name will not be published unless all information is verified prior to publication.
Good standing review: Law & Politics reviews the discipline record of each candidate and verifies that the lawyer is active and in good standing with The Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
The Final Selection Process:Candidates are divided according to firm size and geographic location. Top candidates from each group are selected as Super Lawyers. In addition to attorneys in private practice, Super Lawyers include prosecutors, in-house counsel and public service lawyers.