Super Lawyers, a respected attorney-ranking organization, has recognized five attorneys from the North Carolina law firm of Kornbluth Ginsberg Law Group, P.A. for 2026. Three attorneys received Super Lawyers honors, while two were named Rising Stars, reflecting the firm's continued excellence in key legal practice areas.
Attorneys Michael A. Kornbluth, Kevin B. Ginsberg, and Jesse S. Shapiro were recognized as Super Lawyers. Kornbluth received additional distinctions, being listed in both the Top 100: North Carolina Super Lawyers and the Top 25: Raleigh Super Lawyers. Attorneys Joseph Hjelt and Andrew W. Legg received recognition as Rising Stars for 2026.
The Super Lawyers selection process is notable for its rigor and credibility. According to the organization's website, only 5 percent of attorneys nationwide receive Super Lawyers honors, while just 2.5 percent are named as Rising Stars. The organization uses a patented selection process created and led by legal professionals, evaluating candidates on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement.
The recognition carries significant weight in the legal community as it provides a credible resource for both attorneys and consumers searching for legal counsel. For clients seeking representation in complex legal matters, these honors serve as an important indicator of attorney quality and expertise.
Michael A. Kornbluth received Super Lawyers honors in multiple practice areas including Employment Litigation: Plaintiff, Employment & Labor: Employer, Civil Rights, Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, and Workers' Compensation: Claimant. This marks Kornbluth's 13th year as a Super Lawyer, following three years as a Rising Star, demonstrating sustained excellence over more than a decade.
Kevin B. Ginsberg was recognized in the practice areas of Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff and Workers' Compensation: Claimant, marking his third consecutive year of Super Lawyers recognition. Jesse S. Shapiro received his first Super Lawyers recognition in Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury, having previously been listed as a Rising Star from 2011 to 2013.
Among the Rising Stars, Joseph Hjelt was honored in the practice area of Employment & Labor, marking his continued recognition since first being named to Rising Stars in 2021. Andrew W. Legg received Rising Stars honors in Employment Litigation and Employment & Labor, continuing his recognition that began in 2024.
The concentration of honors in specific practice areas highlights the firm's specialized expertise. All recognized attorneys work in the firm's primary practice areas of personal injury, employment law, and workers' compensation law. This focused recognition suggests that clients in North Carolina seeking representation in these specific legal matters may find particularly qualified counsel at Kornbluth Ginsberg Law Group.
The implications of this recognition extend beyond individual attorney achievement. For the legal industry in North Carolina, such honors help establish benchmarks for excellence and provide consumers with reliable indicators of attorney quality. The recognition also reinforces the importance of specialized expertise in complex legal areas where clients often face significant challenges.
For potential clients, these honors provide valuable guidance when selecting legal representation, particularly in matters involving employment disputes, workplace injuries, or personal injury claims where outcomes can significantly impact lives and livelihoods. The rigorous selection process employed by Super Lawyers, detailed on their website, adds credibility to these recognitions and helps consumers make informed decisions when seeking legal counsel.
