R. James Young has achieved an AV® Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell® for possessing the highest standards in both ethical behavior and quality of legal work. 2012 marks his 20th anniversary of receiving this top professional rating. The AV® Preeminent rating is the pinnacle of excellence earned through a strenuous Peer Review Rating process that is managed and monitored by Martindale-Hubbell®.