This award is granted to attorneys who have received at least 3 client reviews, and have an average review score of 4.0 or higher.
AV Preeminent Peer Rated
This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher.
About Awards
Client Champion Awards
Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity
and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service.
Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.
At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.
Goede, DeBoest & Cross, PLLC got this award in 2021
At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.
At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
Martindale Peer Awards
A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:
AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him
or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Goede, DeBoest & Cross, PLLC got this award in 2021
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely
respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Avvo Awards
Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A,
publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.
Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
I retained John Truitt to represent me in a complex, high-stakes dispute involving an executive-level employment agreement. What began as a straightforward matter quickly evolved into multi-phase litigation with a countersuit and numerous disputed facts, ultimately requiring detailed legal arguments and enforcement of a structured settlement with significant financial implications. John stood out for his ability to fully grasp the nuances of the case and maintain strategic control at every stage. Whether handling dispositive motions, navigating opposing counsel, or securing enforceable settlement terms, he remained disciplined, focused, and results-driven. He understands how to apply pressure professionally and effectively, advancing my position without unnecessary risk or distraction. His precision and courtroom awareness allowed us to prevail on each motion. If you need an attorney who delivers real results, John Truitt is the right choice.
Amanda has been an extraordinary advocate for our condo association over the past several years. Her patience, professionalism, and deep commitment to seeing our insurance claim through have been remarkable. She is knowledgeable, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with. Amanda brings a level of expertise, persistence, and integrity that sets her apart, and we are truly grateful for everything she has done to help us finally achieve a successful outcome. She is a first-class attorney in every sense, dedicated, thorough, and genuinely invested in her clients. We could not have asked for better representation.
Our case was settled with a great outcome; she leads us through the process and was patient to educate us on the process and what to expect. Her and the firm always treated professionally and with prompt responses.
It has been great working with Amanda and I'm very pleased that we've been able to resolve this in less than 1 year from the date she received most of the paperwork on the case. There are a few other COA's in our commmunity that have the same issue with this insurance company and they are still fighting for resolution. They could no doubt benefit from your assistance in their claims. As I understand it they have yet to see any level of success.
Amanda was very well prepared with the facts and set the tone with the mediator. She was very deliberate in response to offers from the opposing counsel and was always in control. Amanda explained what she was doing to me so I felt comfortable with the entire process. She was able to settle our case in a favorable manner for our condominium association and various interested parties. I thought see did a terrific job
Amanda was great to work with. She is very knowledgeable and she is tremendous at explaining the process and next steps. She is responsive to questions and seems determined and dedicated to providing excellent representation for her clients.
Steven was very professional and friendly. He explained everything so my family understood what he was talking about. He used real life situations to explain different parts of will making.
Reviews
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Martindale Peer Reviews
Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ are the gold standard in attorney ratings, and have been for more than a century. These ratings indicate attorneys who are widely respected by their peers for their ethical standards and legal expertise in a specific area of practice.
The Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings process is the gold standard due to its objectivity and comprehensiveness. Lawyers solicited for peer reviews include both those selected by the attorney being reviewed and lawyers independently selected by Martindale-Hubbell. All reviewers are verified as attorneys through Martindale-Hubbell’s extensive attorney database. Only attorneys practicing at least three years and receiving a sufficient number of reviews from non-affiliated attorneys are eligible to receive a Rating.
What are the different Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings?*
• AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies that a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
• Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
• Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
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