Is Alberto Gonzales A-List?
No — Alberto Gonzales is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 2005
Confirmed as Attorney General
Lost A-list status in 2007
Dropped to B tier — Resigns Amid Controversy
Ranking Timeline
Appointed to Texas Supreme Court
Gonzales's career takes off with this prestigious appointment.
Becomes White House Counsel
Gonzales becomes a close advisor to President Bush.
Confirmed as Attorney General
Gonzales reaches the peak of his career as AG.
Resigns Amid Controversy
The US Attorney firings damage his reputation.
Returns to Private Practice
Gonzales joins a law firm after government service.
Legal work and academia
Continues legal work and academic pursuits, maintaining modest relevance.
Last updated: February 24, 2026