Attorney Recognitions and Designations

There are many organizations and publications that recognize attorneys based on their accomplishments. Some in the mix include Super Lawyers, The Best Lawyers in America, Who’s Who, NLJ’s 40 Under 40, and many others.

So what sets NITA’s designation program apart from the rest? Several elements do.

1) NITA’s recognizes accomplishments in litigation skills through completion of several rigorous learning-by-doing skills programs.
2) There are two designation levels: Advocate (three courses) and Master Advocate (three advanced courses).
3) Through NITA’s partnership with Martindale-Hubbell® LexisNexis®, recognition on NITA Designations is provided on attorney profiles found on www.lawyers.com.

To learn more about NITA’s designations, including the programs necessary to achieve the status, visit www.nita.org/designations.

My Time in Nita City

Are you a NITA program participant with an experience to share? Comment here or contact us to to tell us about it—just like NITA program attendee, Jennifer R. Hersh, staff attorney for the Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio, LLC, Hamilton, OH.

"Two days after my return from Rocky Mountain Child Advocacy Training Institute (RMCATI), I had a battle royale in shelter care in which I had to contest a motion against three other attorneys, and I won. I could see the difference in my own performance after attending RMCATI. I had more clarity in preparation. I was calmer in court because I was more confident. I didn't get flustered when witnesses didn't answer as I expected. I used the direct and cross-examination skills I learned at RMCATI and I gave the closing argument of my life. The true benefit, though, is that a medically fragile infant is in a safe placement today because I went to RMCATI last week."

CLE in the Summertime

Many attorneys choose to mix their CLE obligation with a little rest and relaxation. Although firms don’t always encourage destination trainings, there is no denying the appeal.

CLE providers across the country are aware of the draw a short summer program has and have tailored their schedules to provide participants with ample opportunity to learn and have a little fun at the same time. For instance, CLE International has four programs in Florida this year alone.

And then of course there is NITA who covers every area of legal advocacy skills training and provides programs in great vacation spots such as Ft. Lauderdale, Los Angeles, Boston, and Boulder. Although NITA programs are typically longer than most, we always encourage participants to enjoy the ocean and mountains (or maybe both) that are nearby.