The 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers® has recognized six attorneys from personal injury law firm Craig, Kelley & Faultless for their professional achievements in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs. The recognition underscores the firm's sustained excellence in a highly competitive legal field where peer validation serves as a critical benchmark for client trust and professional standing.
Five attorneys—David W. Craig, William (B.J.) Kelley, Scott A. Faultless, Alexander Craig, and Christopher Barry—were included in The Best Lawyers in America®, while Sidney Lewellen was listed in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® category. This distinction reflects a rigorous selection process governed by the Purely Peer Review® methodology, where attorneys are nominated and evaluated by their peers based on expertise, ethical standards, and case outcomes. For more than 40 years, Best Lawyers® has served as a leading legal resource, producing over 30 editions since 1981 and honoring attorneys across 75 countries in 150 practice areas. Additional details about the methodology can be found at https://www.bestlawyers.com.
The recurring recognition of several attorneys signals deep-rooted expertise and consistency in performance. David Craig, Scott Faultless, and B.J. Kelley have been acknowledged annually since 2017, 2018, and 2019, respectively, while Alexander Craig and Christopher Barry have been recognized since 2023 and 2024. Sidney Lewellen’s first-time inclusion in the Ones to Watch category highlights emerging talent within the firm. Such accolades can influence client decisions, as awards from peer-reviewed platforms like Best Lawyers® often serve as proxies for reliability and skill in complex litigation arenas.
For Craig, Kelley & Faultless, which has operated for over 26 years, this year’s six honorees reinforce the firm’s commitment to teamwork, growth, and accountability—values that resonate in their handling of challenging cases, including trucking accidents. The firm’s multi-state presence, with offices in Indiana and Missouri and attorneys licensed in Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, Ohio, and Iowa, positions it as a notable player in regional and national personal injury law. Peer recognition of this scale may enhance the firm’s competitive edge, attracting high-stakes cases and bolstering its reputation among both clients and legal professionals. Ultimately, such distinctions contribute to elevating practice standards industry-wide, emphasizing the importance of peer-endorsed excellence in plaintiff litigation.
