Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks has announced that all four of its partners have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. This recognition underscores the firm's commitment to excellence and its standing in the legal community.
The Best Lawyers in America® (2027 – 33rd Edition) includes Joseph Baznik for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, David E. Vtipil for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Workers' Compensation Law – Claimants, and Robert C. Younce, Jr. for Workers' Compensation Law – Claimants. In the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America (2027 Edition), Ashley T. Banks is recognized for Family Law and Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation.
These distinctions are particularly significant because they are based on peer reviews, not marketing influence or paid listings. Each year, over 20 million evaluations are collected worldwide and undergo a rigorous vetting process. Only about 5% of lawyers in the United States and 3% globally are recognized, reflecting the selectivity and credibility of the results. For the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, more than 30 million evaluations were analyzed, while the Ones to Watch recognitions were determined from over 6 million evaluations.
The attorneys at Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks handle a variety of claims, including personal injury, workers' compensation, and family law cases. The Raleigh-based firm serves clients throughout North Carolina, helping them seek the best possible outcome in their legal matters. Their experienced lawyers are committed to providing compassionate and effective legal representation, along with one-on-one client service that treats individuals with the respect they deserve. The team includes fluent English- and Spanish-speaking staff members who provide hands-on, personalized care so clients feel comfortable and in control of their case.
As a client-oriented law firm, Younce, Vtipil, Baznik & Banks also utilizes state-of-the-art case management tools to ensure that clients receive exceptional representation. The firm's attorneys have received several other awards and recognitions for their outstanding legal advocacy and service, including an AV Preeminent rating from the highly regarded Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory.
This latest recognition from Best Lawyers highlights the firm's continued dedication to its clients and the legal profession. For more information about the firm and its practice areas, visit attorneync.com.
