Attorney Rick Oliver Receives Certification in Criminal Law
Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS) announced Rick Oliver received Board Certification in Criminal Law. Rick Oliver currently practices in Houston, TX where he is the owner of the Rick Oliver Law Firm.
Houston, United States – March 2, 2016 /PressCable/ —
Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS) announced Rick Oliver received Board Certification in Criminal Law. Rick Oliver currently practices in Houston, TX where he is the owner of the Rick Oliver Law Firm.
Board Certification is a voluntary designation program certifying Texas attorneys in 22 specific areas of law. Board Certified attorneys must be licensed for at least five years, devote a required percentage of practice to a specialty area for at least three years, attend continuing education seminars, pass an evaluation by fellow lawyers and judges and pass a 6-hour written examination.
“An attorney has to do something extra to get certified and then they have to continue to work and acquire knowledge in their specialty area to remain certified. You could say it is a life-long commitment,” said Hal Moorman, Chairman of the TBLS Board of Directors.
Rick Oliver is a 2007 graduate of South Texas College of Law. Rick Oliver founded the Rick Oliver Law Firm in 2008 and was licensed by the State Bar of Texas in 2007.
Board Certification is offered in 22 specific areas of law to attorneys. Initial certification is valid for five years. To remain certified attorneys and paralegals must apply for recertification every five years and meet substantial involvement, peer review and continuing legal education requirements for their specialty area.
To learn more about Board Certification and why it is a big accomplishment for attorneys, please visit www.tbls.org or visit www.rickoliverlaw.com.
About TBLS Texas Board of Legal Specialization (TBLS) is authorized by the Supreme Court of Texas. It certifies attorney in 22 specific areas of law and paralegals in six specific areas. TBLS serves as a resource by listing all certified attorneys and paralegals on their online database. TBLS works to ensure that the citizens of Texas receive the highest quality legal services.
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Contact Info:
Name: Rick Oliver
Organization: Rick Oliver Law
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