Attorney David Serna was a Member of the NADC 2015’s Top One Percent

 Ever since Attorney David Serna first started practicing criminal law in 1977, he received many sought-after honors and the esteem of his fellow defense lawyers and judges before whom he has appeared. He also holds positions of distinction and passionately believes in the constitutional guarantees of individual freedom and liberty, which is reflected in his style of practice. In 2015, the National Association of Distinguished Counsel selected Attorney David Serna as a Nation’s Top One Percent member. This list represents the top one percent of attorneys in the whole United States, which is why it is one of the most coveted honors.

 

The National Association of Distinguished Counsel is committed to promoting the highest legal excellence standards in the United States of America. It aims to recognize attorneys who raise the Bar’s standards and provide a benchmark for their fellows to emulate. Only the elite few who demonstrate the highest ideals of the legal profession get the privilege and honor of joining the ranks of the NADC.

 

Is there a process for the member selection?

The process has four stages. In stage one, an in-house research team or a nomination identifies the candidates from across the country. Only accepted members of the NADC, fellow attorneys, and current or former clients are allowed to nominate. Second, the researchers employ a lengthy vetting process using multiple factors from information sourced from publicly available information. Third, a blue-ribbon panel studies the research team’s results and carefully determines who possess the background, achievements, and ability to serve as a model for other attorneys to emulate. Lastly, a judicial review board, led by former judges, approves the final candidates to ensure that the selected “Top One Percent” are only the ones who have a stellar reputation and outstanding performance and epitomize the ideals of the legal profession. This rigorous process is what makes Attorney David Serna feels most honored. Among all the other outstanding lawyers in the nation, the NADC selected him as part of the top attorneys.

 

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