In 1983, the North Carolina State Bar created the Board of Legal Specialization, which certifies North Carolina lawyers who have shown exceptional knowledge and proficiency in a specific field as specialists.　 North Carolina is one of only 18 states to offer a legal certification program in the United States. To become a certified specialist in North Carolina, a lawyer must meet several rigorous requirements. A potential candidate must:

1. Be an active member in good standing with the North Carolina State　　 Bar　for　at　least　five years.
2. Devote at least 25 percent of his or her practice to the specialty during the past five　years (substantial involvement).
3. Attend continuing legal education (CLE) seminars in the specialty.
4. Be favorably evaluated by other lawyers and judges (peer review).
5. Pass a written examination in the specialty practice area.

The Law Offices of Parker and Frey is proud to have a Board Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law available to represent the needs of injured workers.　 We will handle all aspects of your case, including settlement, mediation, arbitration, trials and appeals to all levels of the North Carolina Court system.