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Tennessee: Tennessee does not certify specialists in the law, and we do not claim certification in any listed area.

Texas: Dov Apfel is not certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Texas has a Rule to recognize private certifiers such as NBTA.

Washington: The Supreme Court of Washington does not recognize certification of specialties in the practice of law and the certificate, award, or recognition is not a requirement to practice law in the State of Washington.


Please Note:
This web site is not intended as legal advice on cerebral palsy, and is not a substitute for obtaining guidance from your own legal counsel about cerebral palsy litigation. It provides general educational information about the standards of care and causation issues that can arise in obstetrical malpractice and cerebral palsy litigation. Readers of the articles contained within this web site should not act upon the cerebral palsy information without first consulting with a lawyer who is experienced in evaluating and litigating cerebral palsy and obstetrical malpractice cases. Mr. Apfel is admitted to practice law in Maryland and the District of Columbia. When Mr. Apfel is asked to participate in cerebral palsy litigation filed in other states, he will associate with, and act as co-counsel with, an attorney licensed in that state who is familiar with the local laws and procedures.
 
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