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Martindale Awards

Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent | Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence | 2024

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.

Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion | Platinum |2025

Client Champion Platinum is awarded to lawyers/firms with at least 10 reviews, with an average score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Ratings

Average Peer Rating

4.5/5.0

Average Client Rating

100% client recommended

Reviews (26)

Showing 4-star reviews and above

Review Us

Our reviews are compiled from our profiles on the legal directories Lawyers.com and Avvo.com.

5.0 / 5.0

I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional legal representation I received from Mr. Barden in my recent case with the nursing board. From our very first consultation, it was clear that I was in capable hands. He took the time to thoroughly understand my situation, listened to my concerns, and provided me with clear, honest guidance throughout the entire process. Great communication with me, ensuring I was informed at every step and felt supported. Thanks a lot for your dedication and hard work resulting in a favorable outcome.

— Client 07/30/2024

5.0 / 5.0

Paul quickly responded to my request for assistance and immediately took the necessary steps to help me overcome an interstate licensing obstacle.

— Client 04/02/2023

5.0 / 5.0

Mr. Barden was very knowledgeable regarding the issue and circumstances I was in. He thoroughly and effectively explained what I could expect from the process ahead of me. He was responsive and prompt regarding our correspondence. He was also very understanding and workable regarding the typical cost of obtaining legal representation. It was one of the toughest periods of my life, but I am incredibly grateful to have had Mr. Barden for consultation and support.

— Client 03/13/2023

5.0 / 5.0

When it became apparent that I should look for a lawyer, I was fortunate to find Paul. During my initial consultation, he answered all of my questions before I even asked them. His knowledge put me at ease and gave me hope. He told me potential outcomes and what he could and could not do. He worked hard to represent my side of the situation and negotiated a reasonable outcome that I never would have accomplished alone. I am forever grateful.

— Client 11/07/2022

5.0 / 5.0

Needed help settling some insurance companies. Paul came to the rescue with his excellent legal skills. Paul is very friendly, helpful, and incredibly diligent and knowledgable.

— Client 06/24/2022

5.0 / 5.0

Paul was attentive to matter on either took my call or retuned it promptly. He was an excellent source of knowledge and resource. If I could I’d give him 10 stars.

— Client 05/09/2022

5.0 / 5.0

Highly recommend!! No sugarcoating or going around in circles, straight to it and not afraid to shake trees😉

— Client 03/03/2022

5.0 / 5.0

After dealing with different lawyers in attempting to resolve my particular situations. I was for sure feeling downtrodden. Then I found Paul. He renewed my faith in the profession and gave me hope with the best personal outcome. He is gentle and kind when he can be. But will be fierce in your defence when required. Done with precision and tact. He brings this profession honor. You will be in excellent hands.

— Client 02/06/2022

5.0 / 5.0

We met Paul in October 2020 after my husband was t-boned on his motorcycle. He came highly recommended and from the moment we met Paul we knew we had made the right decision. Paul’s dedication, professionalism and knowledge of law was evident from the beginning. Paul tapped into his vast knowledge of law to help cut costs for medical records, kept us educated on the process each step of the way and answered every question openly and honestly, no matter how awkward the question was to ask. We cannot thank Paul enough for his dedication to settle our case while keeping our best interest at heart the entire time. Right from the onset of the process Paul assured us if he felt we were not being offered a fair settlement, we would file suit to get us what we deserved for my husbands’ injuries and economic loss. Paul proved this to be true. His perseverance paid off and we were offered the full demand.

— Client 11/18/2021

5.0 / 5.0

Paul was responsive and informative. He listened and referred me to a more specific labor lawyer that I needed to represent me. I am grateful for his honestly and how helpful he was.

— Client 10/05/2021

5.0 / 5.0

Mr. Barden is an excellent litigator, thorough and persuasive in his written and oral presentations. He has high ethical standards and is well-respected in the legal community. He is a strong advocate for his clients.

— Peer 03/10/2021

5.0 / 5.0

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— Peer 02/03/2020

5.0 / 5.0

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— Peer 12/31/2018

5.0 / 5.0

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— Peer 12/31/2018

5.0 / 5.0

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— Peer 12/17/2018

5.0 / 5.0

Involved with local bar association. Very competent, intelligent. Former paratrooper.

— Peer 12/17/2018

5.0 / 5.0

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— Peer 12/04/2018

5.0 / 5.0

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— Peer 12/03/2018

5.0 / 5.0

In addition to being an excellent lawyer, Paul is a very well-respected member of the community..

— Peer 12/03/2018

5.0 / 5.0

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— Peer 12/03/2018

5.0 / 5.0

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— Peer 11/22/2014

4.8 / 5.0

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— Peer 12/31/2018

4.8 / 5.0

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— Peer 12/17/2018

4.0 / 5.0

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— Peer 12/03/2018

4.0 / 5.0

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— Peer 11/26/2014

4.0 / 5.0

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— Peer 11/18/2014

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