Carl David Ceder is recognized as one of the premier criminal defense

attorneys in Texas

Carl David Ceder, Attorney at Law, has been selected and recognized for the second
consecutive year as a 2015 Texas Rising Star Attorney in the field of Criminal Defense by the
Texas Monthly Magazine. This achievement is only given and awarded to 2.5% of all attorneys,
and is distinction only bestowed to those who undergo a rigorous selection process. All
attorneys first go through the Super Lawyers Rising Star selection process, provided they are
first eligible to do so. They first have to be nominated by a high-ranking Super Lawyer peer, then
it is based on previous and past work and success, peer review from colleagues, and
achievement in the courtroom based on ethical standards, high accolades bestowed upon
through hard work and excellence, and relentless determination to constantly achieve and strive
to always commit to accomplish as much as possible within their chosen career field.
Carl David Ceder has also been selected and recognized by The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40
Under 40. The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40, is a selection process among trial
attorneys throughout the nation, with the final result of the selection process being a credible
and comprehensive list of the young lawyers chosen to represent their respective state. The
selection for this exclusive list is limited to only 40 attorneys per state who have extensive
experience in criminal defense law.
Carl David Ceder has also been selected and recognized in membership in the National Trial
Lawyers: Top 100. Inclusion into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100, is an honor given to only
a select group of lawyers for their superior skills and qualifications in their respective field. The
National Trial Lawyers: Top 100, an invitation-only organization composed of the premier trial
lawyers from each state in the nation who meet stringent qualifications among criminal defense
trial lawyers. Selection is based on a thorough multi-phase process which includes peer
nominations combined with third-party research. Membership is extended solely to the select
few of the most qualified attorneys from each state who demonstrate superior qualifications of
leadership, reputation, influence, stature and public profile.

Carl David Ceder has also been invited as a member into Specialty Association by the National
Trial Lawyers into the Criminal Trial Lawyers Association. Membership is open only to those who
have been recognized as among the strongest and most effective litigators in the country.
The National Trial Lawyers is a professional organization comprised of the premier trial lawyers
from across the country who have demonstrated exceptional qualifications in field of practice
and specialty areas of law, specifically criminal defense or civil plaintiff law. The National Trial
Lawyers provides accreditation to these distinguished attorneys, and also aims to provide
essential legal news, up to date changes in legislation, and education to litigation attorneys
across the United States.
Carl David Ceder is also a member of the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
(AIOCLA). This organization recognizes the "10 Best" Attorneys for the State of Texas (as each
State each has their own 10 Best chosen). The AIOCLA is an impartial third-party attorney
rating service recognizing excellence of fellow practitioners in the field of their chosen area of
practicing law. To obtain this achievement, an attorney must be process through a rigorous
selection committee process which factor in the following: 1) Nomination via the board, client,
and/or fellow Attorney; 2) Must have an impeccable client rating with no complaints or issues of
any kind; 3) Must not have faced or been subject to any attorney grievance committee
discipline; 4 Must be a member in good standing of their state bar; 5) Must have excellent
client/peer reviews; 6) Possess advanced degrees; 7) Awards received; 8) Professional
associations and their activity in such associations; 9) Publications in their field; 10) Speaking
engagements in their respective field.
Carl David Ceder, has also been named a Founding Member of the newly formed national
organization Driving Under The Influence Defense Lawyers Association (DUIDLA). DUIDLA
has a mission statement which articulates that it is dedicated to: protecting and ensuring by rule
of law those individual rights guaranteed by the state and federal constitutions in DUI-related
cases; to resist the constant efforts which are being made to curtail these rights; to encourage
cooperation between lawyers engaged in the furtherance of these objectives through
educational programs and other assistance; to serve as the first and last line of defense of the
constitution; to assist attorneys and public defenders in obtaining advanced training in DUIrelated areas through our education scholarship grants.

About Carl David Ceder

Carl David Ceder, Attorney at Law, is a DFW Criminal Defense Attorney dedicated to protecting
the rights of the accused throughout all phases of the criminal justice system process in Texas,
and has experienced a high level of success in many counties and areas all over the State of
Texas.
For more visit us at www.carlcederlaw.com