At ABC Law Centers (Reiter & Walsh, P.C.), our birth injury attorneys have been honored and awarded by publications, colleagues, clients and professionals in the field of birth trauma litigation. Their awards corroborate their achievements in the legal field, and their memberships in prestigious groups provide the support, networking opportunities, educational experiences and information necessary to deliver the best legal services to clients. Click on the items below to learn more about our attorneys’ many awards, honors, accomplishments and positions of leadership.
Awards
Super Lawyers Magazine
Each year, no greater than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers Magazine to receive recognition in their lists of “Super Lawyers.” Hand-picked from over seventy legal practices, chosen attorneys are ranked based on recognition by peers and outstanding professional achievements. Super Lawyers Magazine is published across the United States and attracts over 13 million readers annually. Over the years, our attorneys have received the following awards from Super Lawyers Magazine.
Selection for Super Lawyers Magazine
Jesse Reiter: Recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine every year since 2008.
Rebecca Walsh: Recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine every year since 2010.
Jennifer Secorski: Recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine in 2015.
“Top 100 Attorneys in Michigan”
Jesse Reiter: 2013 – 2017
“Top 10 Attorneys in Michigan”
Jesse Reiter: In 2013, Jesse Reiter was chosen out of over 40,000 attorneys in the state of Michigan to be listed in the top 10 by Super Lawyers Magazine.
“Top 50 Consumer Lawyers”
Jesse Reiter: 2013 – 2017
Rebecca Walsh: 2014, 2016 – 2017
“Top 5 Consumer Lawyers”
Jesse Reiter: 2013
“Top 25 Women Consumer Lawyers”
Rebecca Walsh: 2013 – 2017
“Top 50 Women Michigan Super Lawyers”
Rebecca Walsh: 2012, 2014 – 2017
“Rising Stars”
The prestigious Super Lawyers “Rising Stars” award goes to only 2.5% of all practicing attorneys. Only those attorneys who are either younger than forty or have been practicing law for fewer than ten years are eligible for selection as “Rising Stars.”
Jennifer Secorski: 2015 – 2017
U.S. News & World Report - Best Lawyers
Every year, U.S. News & World Report/Best Lawyers publishes authoritative service rankings recognizing the best attorneys and best law firms in America. Rankings are based on evaluations by lawyers and clients, practice-specific reviews, legal performance, legal results and attorney character. In order to be eligible for “Best Law Firms in America,” attorneys must first be listed in the “Best Lawyers in America.”
“Best Lawyers in America”
Jesse Reiter: Included in “Best Lawyers in America” every year since 2008 for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs.
Rebecca Walsh: Included in “Best Lawyers in America” every year since 2013 for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs.
“Best Law Firms in America”
ABC Law Centers: Included in the “Best Law Firms in America” Tier 1 (Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Law – Plaintiffs) every year since 2008.
“Lawyer of the Year”
Jesse Reiter was awarded the Best Lawyers 2019 Lawyer of the Year award for Medical Malpractice – Plaintiffs, Troy.
Michigan Lawyers Weekly
“Top Verdicts and Settlements” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly
ABC Law Centers was included in Michigan Lawyers Weekly‘s lists of “Top Verdicts and Settlements” from 2000 – 2002, and again from 2005 – present.
“Leader in the Law” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly
In 2012, Jesse Reiter was among 25 attorneys selected as Michigan Lawyers Weekly “Leaders in the Law.” In 2019, Rebecca Walsh was among 30 attorneys selected for this award. Lawyers Weekly selects the “Leaders in the Law” honorees based on commitment to legal practice, record of winning cases, character, and integrity.
“Women in the Law” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly
In 2012, Rebecca Walsh was chosen by Michigan Lawyers Weekly as one of the 2012 Women in the Law. Only 20 attorneys are selected each year for this honor. Award recipients are chosen based on legal successes, record of giving back to the profession, and record of giving back to the community.
“Lawyer of the Year” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly
In 2006, Michigan Lawyers Weekly awarded Jesse Reiter this prestigious award in recognition of his diligent work.
“Hall of Fame” of 2022
This program recognizes Michigan’s legal leaders over the age of 60 for their successful careers and valuable contributions to the community. Founder and president Jesse Reiter was selected as part of the “Hall of Fame” for the Class of 2022.
“Michigan’s Go-To Lawyers” in Medical Malpractice Law, 2021
The “Go To Lawyers” program recognizes leading lawyers in a particular field of law. Jesse Reiter was recognized in Go-To Lawyers for Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs in 2021 amongst only 15 attorneys in the whole state.
“Million-Dollar Verdicts & Settlements” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly
Every year, Michigan Lawyers Weekly recognizes the Michigan attorneys and law firms that have secured settlements of $1 million or more. ABC Law Centers and our birth injury attorneys consistently receive this recognition.
dBusiness Magazine
“Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit”
Jesse Reiter: 2008, 2009, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
Rebecca Walsh: 2013 – 2014
“Top 50 Women Attorneys in Michigan”
Rebecca Walsh: 2016
Leading Lawyers
Jesse Reiter has received the following recognitions by Leading Lawyers:
Peer Selected to Leading Lawyers Peer Advisory Board 2023
Every year since 2013, Jesse Reiter has been Peer Reviewed and Recommended as a “Leading Michigan Lawyer” by LeadingLawyers.com.
“Top 10 Leading Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Lawyers” – 2017
“Top 10 Leading Consumer Lawyers” – 2017
“Top 100 Leading Lawyers” – 2017
“Top 100 Consumer Lawyers” – 2017
Peer-reviewed and recommended “Leading Michigan Lawyer,” LeadingLawyers.com, Michigan Bar Journal: 2013 – Present
Jesse Reiter was listed as #4 in “Top 10 Med Mal Plaintiff’s Lawyers in Michigan” – 2020
Respected Advocate Award
Michigan Defense Trial Counsel (MDTC) Awards Jesse Reiter with the Respected Advocate Award
Michigan birth injury attorney Jesse Reiter was one of only two attorneys awarded with the annual Respected Advocate Award at the Michigan State Bar ceremony in 2013. Every year, the Plaintiff Bar chooses a Respected Advocate Award winner from the Defense side, the Defense Bar, and the Plaintiff side. For this reason, it is a highly coveted and respected award.
In 2019, attorneys Jesse Reiter and Anne Randall achieved Martindale-Hubbell’s highest possible ranking, the AV-Preeminent rating. Martindale-Hubbell rankings are determined by member attorneys of the U.S. bar and judiciary review attorneys, and they are calculated based on ethical standards, knowledge of the law, critical thinking skills, communication abilities, judgment, legal experience, and professional accomplishments. AV-Preeminent ratings are considered “significant rating accomplishment[s]—a testament to the fact that a lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence.”
Additionally, attorney Rebecca Walsh received the AV-Distinguished rating in 2019.
“Top Rated Lawyers”
In 2017, Jesse Reiter was recognized as a “Top Rated Lawyer in Medical Malpractice” by The American Lawyer and Martindale-Hubbell™.
Metro Detroit
“Top 10 Personal Injury Lawyers”
In 2008, Jesse Reiter was recognized in the “Top 10 Personal Injury Lawyers” list by Metro Detroit Magazine.
National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
“Top 10 Personal Injury Attorneys in Michigan”
In 2008, Jesse Reiter was recognized by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys as one of the “Top 10 Personal Injury Attorneys in Michigan”.
National Trial Lawyers Association
Jesse Reiter was recognized in the National Trial Lawyers Association list of “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” in 2011, 2014, and 2015.
Avvo
Avvo Superb Rated Attorney (10 out of 10)
Our birth injury attorneys have achieved the highest possible Avvo ratings. Avvo ratings consider a lawyer’s practice, professional achievements, disciplinary history, and industry recognition before calculating ratings on a 1-10 scale. To read Jesse Reiter’s Avvo ratings and review, visit this page. To read Rebecca Walsh’s Avvo ratings and review, visit this page.
Hour Detroit
“Top 25 Women Consumer Attorneys in Michigan”
Rebecca Walsh: 2016
Honors & Leadership Positions
Birth Trauma Litigation Group (BTLG)
The Birth Trauma Litigation Group (BTLG) is an exclusive, international subgroup of the American Association for Justice (AAJ) consisting of respected attorneys and experts in the field of birth trauma litigation. Members of the Birth Trauma Litigation Group participate in unique educational opportunities related to the field of birth trauma law, produce articles promoting the evolution of birth trauma law, and exchange relevant, critical medical and legal information. In order to stay on the cutting edge of our niche field of legal practice, all attorneys at Reiter & Walsh, P.C. are active members in and contributors to the BTLG.
Jesse Reiter’s BTLG Involvement
Birth Trauma Litigation Group, Dan Cullan Memorial Award Recipient – 2016
Birth Trauma Litigation Group, Executive Board
Birth Trauma Litigation Group, Past Chair 2010 – 2012
Birth Trauma Litigation Group, Co-Editor of Birth Trauma Litigation Group Journal, 2009 – 2011
Birth Trauma Litigation Group Journal, Contributor, 2008 – Present
The American Association for Justice (AAJ) is the largest trial bar in the United States. The AAJ works to ensure that all persons injured as the result of medical negligence have adequate and equal access to justice. Below is a brief description of the leadership roles our attorneys take in the American Association for Justice.
Jesse Reiter’s Role in the AAJ
Recipient of the American Association of Justice’s (AAJ) “Above and Beyond” award, July 2021
Recipient of the 2017 American Association for Justice Board of Governors Outstanding Achievement Award
Birth Trauma Litigation Group, Dan Cullan Memorial Award Recipient – 2016
Governor, Board of Governors, 2015 – Present
Exchange Advisory Committee, 2014 – Present
Section & Litigation Group Coordination Committee, 2014 – Present
Leaders Forum, Patron
Professional Negligence Section, 2013
Professional Negligence Section Chair 2013-2014
Professional Negligence Section Newsletter, Editor 2011-2012
“Outstanding Section Newsletter of the Year” Award, 2011
Professional Negligence Section Secretary 2012-2013
Rebecca Walsh’s Role in the AAJ
Member, 2011 – Present
Jennifer Secorski’s Role in the AAJ
Member, 2013 – Present
Medical Negligence Section, Member, 2011 – Present
Newsletter Editor, Professional Negligence Section, 2015 – Present
Michigan Association for Justice (MAJ)
The Michigan Association for Justice (MAJ) is a group committed to promoting the fairness and efficiency of Michigan’s justice system. Below is an explanation of our attorneys’ leading roles in the MAJ.
Jesse Reiter’s Role in the MAJ
Jesse Reiter remains a highly active member of one of the nation’s most powerful plaintiff associations contributing to changes in laws affecting patients’ rights. The MAJ supports worthwhile community programs such as the Helmet Safety Events, which has donated more than 13,000 bicycle helmets to children in the state of Michigan to date.
President, 2006-2007
President-Elect, 2005-2006
Vice President, 2004-2005
Secretary, 2003-2004
Treasurer, 2002-2003
Judicial Qualifications Committee, 2004 – Present
Chair of the Coalition/Community Action Committee, 2000-2002
Chair of the New Lawyers Committee, 2014 – Present
Selected as an “MAJ Pacesetter” by the MAJ, 2014
Melvin M. Belli Society
Melvin Belli Society
In 2014, Rebecca Walsh was one of a small selection of attorneys invited to be a member of the prestigious Melvin Belli Society. To learn more about the Melvin Belli Society, visit www.bellisociety.org.
Belli Seminar
In 2013, Rebecca Walsh was selected as
a presenter at the Belli Seminar in San Francisco. The seminar was named after Melvin M. Belli, an influential attorney known for his desire to share his legal wisdom and knowledge with others. Walsh shared her insights and experiences as a leader in the field of birth injury law during her presentation, “10 Reasons Babies Suffer Injuries During Labor and in the First Days of Life.”
National College of Advocacy
Jesse Reiter is a Fellow of the National College of Advocacy.
Michigan State Bar
Michigan State Bar Foundation
Pro Bono Circle of Excellence
Reiter & Walsh, P.C. was listed in the 2005 Pro Bono Circle of Excellence of the State Bar of Michigan. This honorary program was developed to recognize firms, corporations, and organizations that donated their time and/or money to benefit low-income families.
Lifetime Fellow
Jesse Reiter was honored with a Lifetime Fellowship by the Michigan State Bar Foundation. Fellows of the Michigan State Bar Foundation are recognized as dedicated, high-achieving leaders within Michigan’s legal field, and their contributions and work help to support and promote the Michigan justice system.
American Bar Foundation
The Fellows – Lifetime Fellow
Jesse Reiter was honored with a Lifetime Fellowship by the American Bar Foundation. The Fellows is an honorary organization of peer-elected legal professionals who have demonstrated commitment to and high achievement within the legal profession. Fewer than one percent of attorneys licensed to practice in each jurisdiction are selected as lifetime fellows in The Fellows. For more information on this prestigious legal achievement, please visit the American Bar Foundation’s website here.
To read more about the awards our attorneys have received, visit their bio pages below:
Peer Selected to Leading Lawyers Peer Advisory Board 2023
Recipient of the American Association of Justice’s (AAJ) “Above and Beyond” award, July 2021
