
Brett A. Christiansen, Managing Attorney of The Christiansen Law Firm in Galveston, Texas, has once again been honored with the AV® Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell for 2025 — marking his 8th consecutive year receiving this prestigious distinction.
The AV® Preeminent Rating is the highest possible rating awarded by Martindale-Hubbell, the nation’s oldest and most respected attorney rating service. The rating is based entirely on evaluations submitted by fellow attorneys and judges, measuring two core pillars of professional excellence:
Achieving an AV® rating is significant on its own — earning it year after year underscores a long-standing reputation for excellence, trust, and consistency within the legal community.
For clients navigating probate and estate administration, an attorney’s reputation is more than a credential — it’s a source of confidence during a difficult and often overwhelming time. The AV® Preeminent distinction signals that Brett has earned the respect of peers, judges, and the legal community for:
These qualities form the foundation of the Christiansen Law Firm's commitment to providing counsel with clarity, compassion, and integrity in every matter we handle.
Brett extends sincere gratitude to his peers and clients for the trust and support that make this recognition possible year after year.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation, please don't hesitate to contact us.
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I believe that a picture is worth a thousand words. Each image below is an award or recognition of The Christiansen Law Firm's
legal abilities, our ethical standards or our service to the community through our many bar leadership positions and serving as directors for non-profits and businesses in need, including serving as a director for Legal Aid of North West Texas.egal abilities, our ethical standards or our service to the community through our many bar leadership positions and serving as directors for non-profits and businesses in need, including serving as a director for Legal Aid of North West Texas.
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We hope that you will join us in our journey and us with you---
Oh, The Great Things WE WILL DO - TOGETHER.
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