Matthew D. Meyerkord Included in the Selection for 2012 Rising Stars

PRLog (Press Release) - Jul. 25, 2012 - Matthew D. Meyerkord has been included in the selection for the 2012 Rising Stars for the state of Missouri. Every year, Super Lawyers publishes a list of outstanding attorneys that have demonstrated a superior level of achievement in their field of law. While up to 5% of attorneys are named to Super Lawyers, no more than 2.5% of lawyers in a state are included in the list of Rising Stars.

The Rising Star selection process is a comprehensive and detailed attempt to produce a list of outstanding attorneys that have excelled in their field of practice. In order for an attorney to land on the list of Rising Stars, they must be 40 years of age or younger or in practice for 10 years or less. In the end, all of the attorneys that have been selected for inclusion in the list of Rising Stars and Super Lawyers can be found on superlawyers.com regardless of year.

The Super Lawyers research department evaluates candidates on various achievements and credentials including: verdicts and settlements; experience; honors and awards; their position within the firm; special licenses and certifications; professional activity; pro bono and community service work; scholarly lectures and writings; education and employment; and other admirable achievements. Additionally, the research staff delves into each candidate’s professional standing with local licensing authorities and each candidate is asked if they have ever been the subject of any disciplinary or criminal proceedings.

The ultimate goal of the Super Lawyers and Rising Star selection processes is to create a reliable and comprehensive listing of top rated attorneys that can be a resource for attorneys and consumers searching for high quality legal counsel. Ultimately, the selections for Super Lawyers and Rising Stars are made on an annual, state-by-state basis. Attorney Matthew D. Meyerkord is honored to have been included in the selection for the 2012 Rising Stars for the state of Missouri, and landing on the list of Rising Stars is a testament to the fact that he is fully committed to his clients’ successful case outcomes.  Matt Meyerkord practices personal injury law at Meyerkord & Russell, which is located in Kansas City, Missouri. To schedule a consultation with a Kansas City personal injury attorney from the firm call (888) 880-3157 or visit the firm’s website at http://www.KansasCityInjuryFirm.com.