Board Certification

What Is Board Certification?

Florida Board Certification is a credential awarded by The Florida Bar to attorneys who demonstrate specialized expertise, rigorous testing, and peer-reviewed competence in a specific area of law. While admission to The Florida Bar authorizes an attorney to practice law, Board Certification signifies mastery—it confirms focused training, substantial experience, and recognized excellence in handling complex legal matters.

Board Certification vs. Bar Admission: Key Differences

  1. Scope
    • Bar Admission: Grants a license to practice law.
    • Board Certification: Demonstrates tested specialization in a defined legal field.
  1. Assessment
    • Bar Admission: Requires legal education and passing a general exam.
    • Board Certification: Requires additional specialty exams, verified experience, peer-reviewed references, and continuing legal education in the chosen field.
  1. Ongoing Standards
    • Certified Attorneys: Must maintain continuing education and periodic re-certification, ensuring they remain at the forefront of their specialty.

Why Choose a Board-Certified Attorney

  • Specialized Excellence: Certified attorneys have demonstrated the ability to handle complex, high-stakes matters within their specialty.
  • Recognized Expertise: Certification sets attorneys apart as elite practitioners acknowledged by judges and peers for integrity and competence.
  • Higher Standard of Practice: The certification process enforces discipline, preparation, and consistent performance, giving you confidence in strategy and execution.
  • Better Outcomes, Faster Decisions: Specialized training helps your legal team anticipate risks, identify leverage, and move decisively—critical in today’s fast-moving business environment.

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Our Board-Certified Team

Barakat + Bossa is proud to have multiple Board Certified attorneys across key practice areas. This elite credential is earned by a small percentage of attorneys and reflects our firm’s culture of disciplined, performance-driven practice.