O'Connell & Aronowitz Receives First Tier Rankings in 2013 "Best Law Firms"

ALBANY, NY (11/07/2012)(readMedia)-- O'Connell & Aronowitz is pleased to announce its inclusion in U.S. News Media Group - Best Lawyers 2013 "Best Law Firms" rankings. The firm is honored to receive the highest Metropolitan Tier 1 Ranking in four practice areas: Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs; Health Care Law; Criminal Defense – White Collar, Governmental Investigations; and Criminal Defense – White Collar, Litigation.

The third edition of Best Lawyers rankings features law firms given consistently impressive performance ratings by clients and peers. Earning this distinction signals a unique combination of both professional excellence and breadth of expertise.

"We appreciate this award because it comes from the collective consensus of those with whom we deal each day, other lawyers in the community," said O'Connell & Aronowitz President Jeffrey J. Sherrin. "There are many law firms and attorneys who merit this distinction, and we are proud that our colleagues think highly enough of our work, ethics and professionalism to honor us with this recognition."

The rigorous evaluation process includes peer reviews from leading lawyers in the field, collection of client and lawyer evaluations, and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of a formal submission process.

"These rankings reflect our unflagging commitment to providing excellent service for our clients," said O'Connell & Aronowitz Managing Partner Pamela A. Nichols.

O'Connell and Aronowitz is one of the Capital District's largest, oldest and most diverse law firms. With more than 35 attorneys and offices in Albany, Saratoga, and Plattsburgh, the Firm provides a broad range of legal services to businesses and individuals throughout the State. If you have questions about the Firm or its services, please contact Jeffrey Sherrin at (518) 462-5601, or visit the Firm's website at www.oalaw.com.

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