To advertise a declared specialty, which disclosure is required?

• A. Certifying organization recognized by ABA/NY
• B. Certification that you are board-certified
• C. A guarantee of superior skill
• D. The attorney's photo

Answer: (A)

In New York, you may advertise a declared specialty only if you disclose the certifying organization and that the organization is recognized by the American Bar Association or the New York State Bar Association. This requirement ensures the credential backing the specialty comes from a reputable, standards-based body, not a self-proclaimed title. So the needed disclosure is identifying the certifying organization that has ABAn/NY recognition.

Stating merely that you are “board-certified” isn’t enough unless the certifying board is one that the ABA/NY recognizes. Claims of a guaranteed superior skill are not allowed in attorney advertising, and a photo isn’t a required disclosure.