Best National Lawyer and Best Law Firm Recognition
At VanDerGinst Law, we’re honored to be recognized among the best lawyers and best law firms in the country by peers, clients, and independent organizations.
While the American Bar Association cautions attorneys against claiming to be “the best,” we are proud to share the national honors, awards, and testimonials that highlight our proven results, ethics, and expertise.
Our attorneys — including founder Dennis VanDerGinst — are consistently ranked among the best personal injury attorneys in America. That’s why we say: VanDerGinst Law is Nationally Respected – Locally Connected.
National Peer Review Honors
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® – Highest peer rating for legal expertise, communication, and ethics.
- Best Lawyers in America – Prestigious peer-reviewed recognition across practice areas.
- The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 – Invitation-only for premier trial lawyers nationwide.
- Super Lawyers® – Honors attorneys with high peer recognition and professional achievement.
- National Association of Distinguished Counsel – Fewer than 1% of U.S. attorneys are invited.
- Best Attorneys of America® – Membership reserved for fewer than 1% of attorneys; limited to 100 per state.
- Million Dollar & Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum – Fewer than 1% qualify for securing million-dollar verdicts and settlements; VanDerGinst achieves this year after year.
- American Society of Legal Advocates – Membership for fewer than 1.5% of U.S. lawyers.
- Distinguished Justice Advocates – Fewer than 100 attorneys per state are recognized; Dennis VanDerGinst is a Lifetime Charter Member.
- American Institute of Legal Professionals – Select trial attorneys who meet strict qualifications.
Client & Community Recognitions
- Avvo Clients’ Choice Award – Awarded to attorneys with superb client ratings.
- Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Gold Award – Based on quality and quantity of reviews; honoring lawyers who consistently deliver excellent client service. Gold status is the highest honor.
- Google Reviews & Testimonials
We’re proud to have earned hundreds of 5-star reviews from clients who trusted us with their cases.
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Put National Recognition to Work for You
Being Nationally Respected is an honor, but our greatest pride comes from being Locally Connected to the communities we serve in Illinois and Iowa.
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Let our award-winning team fight for your rights and the results you deserve.
Read more about our experience, awards, accolades and recognition’s, to ensure that we are the best lawyers and law firm for you.
- Best Lawyer/Attorney and Best Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Personal Injury Lawyer/Attorney and Best Personal Injury Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Car Accident Lawyer/Attorney and Best Car Accident Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Truck Accident Lawyer/Attorney and Best Truck Accident Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Motorcycle Accident Lawyer/Attorney and Best Motorcycle Accident Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer/Attorney and Best Slip and Fall Accident Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Dog Bite Lawyer/Attorney and Best Dog Bite Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Workers Compensation Lawyer/Attorney and Best Workers Compensation Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Wrongful Death Lawyer/Attorney and Best Wrongful Death Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Traumatic Brain Injuries Lawyer/Attorney and Best Traumatic Brain Injury Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Medical Malpractice Lawyer/Attorney and Best Medical Malpractice Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Nursing Home Abuse/Negligence Lawyer/Attorney and Best Nursing Home Abuse/Neglect Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Mesothelioma Lawyer/Attorney and Best Mesothelioma Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Product Liability Lawyer/Attorney and Best Product Liability Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors (Hazardous Products, Dangerous Pharmaceuticals, Defective Medical Devices, etc.)
- Best Premises Liability Lawyer/Attorney and Best Premises Liability Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors (Negligent Security, Defective Conditions, Trip and Slip Hazards, Construction Accidents, etc.)
- Best Boat/Boating Accident Lawyer/Attorney and Best Boat/Boating Accident Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Cruise and Resort Accident Lawyer/Attorney and Cruise and Resort Accident Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Maritime Accident Lawyer/Attorney and Best Maritime Accident Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Train Accident Lawyer/Attorney and Best Train Accident Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Railroad/Railway Accident Lawyer/Attorney and Best Railroad/Railway Accident Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
- Best Airplane Accident Lawyer/Attorney and Best Airplane Accident Law Firm Recognition, Awards and Honors
Put Our Recognized Experience to Work for You
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