Childers, Schlueter & Smith, LLC

08/20/2026

We are proud to share some exciting news from Childers, Schlueter & Smith: all six CSS attorneys have once again been recognized by Best Lawyers® in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America.

⚖️ The Best Lawyers in America® — 2027

C. Andrew Childers — recognized since 2018
• Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
• Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs

Richard R. Schlueter — recognized since 2018
• Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

M. Brandon Smith — recognized since 2015
• Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs
• Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
• Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs

⚖️ Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America — 2027

Jed Douglas — recognized since 2026
• Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs
• Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

Neil Edwards — recognized since 2023
• Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs
• Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

V. Ashley Spires — recognized since 2024
• Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs
• Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

Best Lawyers® selections are based on peer review, making this recognition especially meaningful to our team.

We’re proud of our attorneys, grateful for the recognition of our peers, and most importantly, thankful for the clients who trust CSS to stand beside them when it matters most.

Congratulations to Andy, Richard Schlueter, Brandon Smith, Jed, Neil Edwards and Ashley Spires!

08/07/2026

We may be a day late celebrating Paralegal Appreciation Day, but we are never a dollar short when it comes to our incredible powerhouse team!

At Childers, Schlueter & Smith, we are incredibly fortunate to have a team of paralegals who truly care about our clients and the work we do. They bring compassion, dedication, patience, and an unwavering commitment to doing things the right way — even when that means going the extra mile (and then some).

Our paralegals are so much more than just an important part of our firm. They are often the reassuring voice on the phone, the steady hand behind the scenes, and the people making sure our clients know they are heard, cared for, and never just another case number.

We see the long hours. We see the extra effort. And most importantly, we see how much you genuinely care.

To our amazing CSS paralegal team: thank you for everything you do. We appreciate you, we are proud of you, and we love having you as part of the CSS family. We simply could not do what we do without you.

Happy (belated) Paralegal Appreciation Day to the very best! ❤️

07/15/2026

Meet Evan Atkinson, one of our Summer Associates! A rising second-year law student at Mercer University School of Law, Evan has been sharpening his litigation skills by drafting motions, researching complex legal issues, and assisting with trial preparation. We are thrilled to have him on the CSS team this summer.

07/14/2026

Meet MaKenna Smith, one of our Summer Interns! MaKenna has been assisting our attorneys and staff with projects that help keep cases moving efficiently while learning about the legal profession and the importance of exceptional client service. We are proud to have her as part of the CSS team this summer.

07/13/2026

Meet Jared Carlson, one of our Summer Interns! A senior at Texas A&M University, Jared has been supporting our pre-litigation team while gaining firsthand experience in client communication, case management, and the daily practice of law. His positive attitude and eagerness to learn have made him a great addition to our team. Jared M Carlson

07/10/2026

Meet Carly Evans, one of our Summer Associates! A rising 3L at Georgia State University College of Law, Carly has been gaining hands-on litigation experience across our mass tort and single-event practice groups. We're excited to be part of her journey as she prepares for a career as a trial lawyer. Carly Evans

07/09/2026

We are excited to welcome four outstanding Summer Associates and Interns to Childers, Schlueter & Smith! Each brings intelligence, a strong work ethic, and a genuine passion for learning—and we're even more impressed by the quality of people they are.

Over the next four days, we'll introduce each of them and share a little about their backgrounds, interests, and the contributions they're making to our team. We hope you'll join us in welcoming them to CSS!

07/04/2026

06/24/2026

Such a great organization and effort.

Shout out and THANK YOU! to Childers, Schlueter & Smith, LLC for their generous donation of 48 school supplies-filled backpacks for kids in care! These will be distributed to children across our courtrooms as they prep for the upcoming school year. ♥️