Chalat Hatten & Banker PC attorney, Jim Chalat, was recently selected as the 2022 “Lawyer of the Year” for Legal Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs in Denver, CO. The Lawyer of the Year distinction from Best Lawyers recognizes attorneys with the highest overall feedback from peers in each practice area. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area is awarded the Lawyer of the Year, making this accolade particularly significant.
This is Jim’s second Lawyer of the Year award. Jim was named Denver’s Lawyer of the Year award in 2017 in the field of Professional Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs. Receiving this designation reflects the highest level of respect a lawyer has earned among other leading lawyers in the same communities and practice areas for their abilities, professionalism, ethics, and integrity. Jim, along with all four Chalat Hatten & Banker partners, was also named to the 2022 Best Lawyers in America list in the field of Personal Injury Litigation for the 9th year in a row.
Jim Chalat is committed to the right of every individual having access to justice. This belief helps fuel Chalat’s dedication to helping those who have suffered due to incompetent or dishonest representation by an attorney. Jim has successfully pursued claims on behalf of clients who have had their personal injury claims botched by other attorneys, recovering damages lost in the underlying case.
This success, and his demonstrated knowledge of the ethical rules governing a lawyer’s conduct, have earned him recognition as the 2022 Lawyer of the Year for Legal Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs in Denver, CO. Jim is honored by his recognition and welcomes the opportunity to assist you or a loved one with any of your personal injury matters.