The Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® rating has been a trusted credential in the legal community for over 130 years, representing the pinnacle of professional excellence. This rating is now available for the public to use when screening and selecting legal representation, having previously served as an internal benchmark among attorneys. Paul W. Raymond, a tax attorney in Newport Beach, California, has been recognized with this highest possible rating for both ethical standards and legal ability. The rating is achieved only after an attorney has been reviewed and recommended by their peers, including members of the bar and the judiciary.
Raymond, who has been assisting individual and business taxpayers for 40 years, commented on the recognition. He stated that the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating is a credential highly valued and sought after in the legal world. Raymond noted that it used to be a sort of secret among attorneys who used the rating as a first screen when they needed to hire a lawyer they did not personally know. Now, thanks to the Internet, the Rating is a great way for anyone, lawyers or lay people, to use to screen lawyers. He expressed thankfulness to his peers who nominated him for this distinction and pride in having earned the highest possible Martindale-Hubbell rating.
Raymond's long-standing goal is to provide workable solutions that address his clients' tax-related problems swiftly and effectively. This applies whether clients are facing an IRS audit, dealing with tax debt, or navigating the complexities of foreign investments or offshore accounts. The recognition carries significant implications for public access to qualified legal counsel. As peer-reviewed credentialing becomes more transparent through online platforms like https://www.martindale.com, consumers gain an independent benchmark previously inaccessible outside professional networks.
The rating system's evolution from an industry secret to a public tool reflects broader changes in how professional services are evaluated and selected in the digital age. For attorneys like Raymond, whose practice focuses on complex tax matters including IRS audits and offshore accounts, this external validation provides clients with assurance of both competence and ethical standing. As a result of this honor, American Registry LLC has added Paul W. Raymond to The Registry™ of Business and Professional Excellence. This inclusion further amplifies the recognition's reach, potentially influencing hiring decisions for individuals and businesses seeking tax legal services with verified peer endorsement.
