Mark J. Hilliard Has Been Recognized Among the Top in His Industry by the Expert Network©
Walnut Creek, CA, April 4, 2016 (Newswire.com) - Mark J. Hilliard, Associate, Lankford Crawford Moreno & Ostertag, LLP, has joined The Expert Network, an invitation only service for distinguished professionals. Mr. Hilliard has been chosen as a Distinguished Lawyer™ based on peer reviews and ratings, dozens of recognitions, and accomplishments achieved throughout his career.
Mr. Hilliard outshines others in his field due to his extensive educational background, career longevity, and numerous awards and recognitions. He received his Juris Doctor from University of Dayton School of Law in 2006 and his Bachelor of Science degree from Saint Louis University in 2002 (Marketing/English).
"Think about the kind of life you want to live, and then try to find the place in law where you can make your stand. As you do this, be practical, but also think with your heart. Be focused, and use your goals as guides as you traverse your life's path. And finally, work hard to be someone and do something of which you're proud."
Mark J. Hilliard, J.D., Associate, Lankford Crawford Moreno & Ostertag, LLP
Mr. Hilliard has received numerous awards and recognitions over the course of his career. He was selected as a Super Lawyers ‘Rising Star’ in civil litigation each year since 2013, denoting him as one of California’s premier civil litigators under age 40. He has been recognized by publications such as San Francisco Magazine, and the American Lawyer, Corporate Counsel, and the National Law Journal as a “2016 Top Rated Lawyer – Litigation.” He was also awarded the highest peer rating of ‘AV-Preeminent’ from Martindale-Hubbell®.
With 10 years dedicated to law, Mr. Hilliard brings a wealth of knowledge to his industry, and in particular to his areas of specialization, Product and Premise Liability, and Business Litigation. When asked why he decided to pursue a career in law, Mr. Hilliard said:
"I love the system of checks and balances, the procedural safeguards, and ultimately that justice is done. Sometimes justice doesn’t happen right away, but invariably justice results. My commitment as a lawyer is to see that justice is done and that my client’s goals are met in a way that comports with that client’s out-of-court objectives, whether business or personal. While the American system of justice is not perfect, it is the best and most fair system in the world. And I’m both proud and humbled to be a part of something so important."
Since earning his law degree, Mr. Hilliard has gained critical experience handling high-stakes cases involving: complex product and premises liability; toxic tort, benzene, and asbestos cases; mass transit tort litigation; commercial and business matters; construction and energy litigation; and health care litigation. He has represented a diverse range of clients, including automotive, industrial, chemical, sporting goods, and railway companies, hospitals, and businesses both big and small.
As a thought-leader in his industry, Mr. Hilliard offers some sage advice to current law students:
"Think about the kind of life you want to live, and then try to find the place in law where you can make your stand. As you do this, be practical, but also think with your heart. Be focused, and use your goals as guides as you traverse your life’s path. And finally, work hard to be someone and do something of which you’re proud."
Mr. Hilliard is admitted to practice in the states of California, Washington, and North Dakota, the United States District Court, Northern, the Eastern and Central Districts of California, and the United States District Court, Western District of Washington. He is a member of the American Bar Association, the State Bar of California, the Washington State Bar Association, and the San Francisco Bar Association.
For more information, visit Mr. Hilliard's profile on the Expert Network here: http://expertnetwork.co/members/mark-j-hilliard,-jd/1fbf3c910d5a3f14
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