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Mr. Devereaux is an AV rated attorney and is one of the Preeminent Attorneys in America as recognized by the number one attorney rating service in the world. He has been a Preeminent Attorney in America since 1998 and continues to be so recognized.
Martindale-Hubbell certified Michael J. Devereaux as a Preeminent Attorney in America based on the highest legal ability and highest ethical ratings that can be awarded an attorney.
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B – High to Very High
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