The Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) has developed the first board-certification program for paralegals specializing in trucking litigation, establishing a formal credential that recognizes advanced expertise in this complex area of law. This certification was recently earned by two paralegals at the law firm Craig, Kelley & Faultless, Carissa Swalls and Holly Hinds, who attended the ATAA Symposium in Austin, Texas, from September 18 to 20, 2025, where they sat for the certification exam. As of October 16, 2025, both are officially Board-Certified by the ATAA in Trucking Litigation, marking a significant milestone in professional development for legal support staff in this niche practice area.
This certification serves as proof of a paralegal's experience and knowledge of truck accident law, showcasing their specialized expertise to clients who are often dealing with traumatic and complex cases involving commercial vehicles. The rigorous certification process requires candidates to provide documentation of substantial experience handling truck accident cases and to pass a comprehensive exam covering the detailed information an advanced paralegal in this field should master. The establishment of this credential addresses a growing need for standardized, verifiable expertise as truck accident litigation involves unique regulations, investigation techniques, and liability issues that differ significantly from standard automobile accident cases.
Craig, Kelley & Faultless is now one of the few firms in the country with both board-certified truck accident attorneys and paralegals, reflecting its deep commitment to specialized legal representation for victims of commercial vehicle accidents. The firm actively works to provide its legal team with opportunities for continuing education, helping paralegals and staff systematically build upon their expertise in truck accident law. This educational commitment aligns directly with the firm's mission to offer the best possible representation to victims of semi-trucks, heavy trucks, buses, and other commercial motor vehicle accidents, where outcomes often depend on highly specialized knowledge of federal regulations, corporate liability, and complex accident reconstruction.
The creation of this paralegal certification program by the ATAA represents an important development in professionalizing the field of truck accident litigation. It establishes clear standards for paralegal competency that can help clients identify qualified legal teams and may influence hiring practices within law firms that handle these technically demanding cases. As the legal industry continues to specialize, such credentials provide measurable benchmarks for expertise that benefit both legal professionals seeking career advancement and clients needing assurance of their representation's qualifications. Additional information about the firm can be found on Facebook or on LinkedIn.
