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Smith Anderson Law Firm Smith Anderson is a full-service business and litigation law firm serving regional, national and global companies.

It’s our client-focused culture and forward-thinking insights that have shaped Smith Anderson since our founding in 1912.

We enjoyed welcoming 15 first-year students from Wake Forest University School of Law to Smith Anderson as part of their...
10/16/2026

We enjoyed welcoming 15 first-year students from Wake Forest University School of Law to Smith Anderson as part of their recent visit to Raleigh law firms!

Our Firm Chair, Gerald F. Roach, who earned both his undergraduate degree and J.D. from Wake Forest and previously chaired the university’s Board of Trustees, kicked off the visit with insights into the practice of law, Smith Anderson’s continued growth, and the opportunities available in the thriving and diverse Research Triangle business community.

Students also heard from our Director of Legal Recruiting, Sheryl Roberts, about our Summer Associate Program, toured our offices, and connected with several of our attorneys over lunch.

Thank you to Wake Forest Law for including Smith Anderson in the visit! We enjoyed meeting the students and sharing a glimpse of what it’s like to practice law in Raleigh.
https://www.smithlaw.com/careers/life-at-smith-anderson

Among Smith Anderson's most valuable assets is our culture. We are a vibrant team of professionals w...

Leadership and service have long been part of Smith Anderson's culture, with our attorneys taking active roles in streng...
10/16/2026

Leadership and service have long been part of Smith Anderson's culture, with our attorneys taking active roles in strengthening the legal profession, supporting future generations, and serving communities across North Carolina.

The UNC School of Law Alumni Association honored Smith Anderson attorney Richard Stevens with its Lifetime Achievement Award and recognized partner Brian Meacham for eight years of service as an officer, including the past two years as president.

Richard’s Lifetime Achievement Award honors his distinguished career in law, public service, and higher education. A former North Carolina state senator and chair of the UNC-Chapel Hill Board of Trustees, Richard has devoted decades to helping shape the institutions and communities that make North Carolina a great place to live and work.

We're grateful for the leadership Richard and Brian bring to Smith Anderson and the broader community. Congratulations to both on these well-deserved honors!
https://www.smithlaw.com/newsroom/news/unc-law-recognizes-richard-stevens-for-lifetime-achievement-and-brian-meacham-for-alumni-leadership

The UNC School of Law Alumni Association honored Smith Anderson attorney Richard Stevens with its Li...

Our Business Litigation team is growing with four new attorneys: Peter Vogel, Robert Hartsmith, Steve Stenquist, and Wil...
10/13/2026

Our Business Litigation team is growing with four new attorneys: Peter Vogel, Robert Hartsmith, Steve Stenquist, and Will Crawford!

Peter represents clients in complex commercial disputes across the pharmaceutical, technology, and financial services industries, with experience defending class actions and a commitment to pro bono advocacy.

Rob navigates high-stakes business disputes with a focus on intellectual property and patent litigation, drawing on his background in physics and chemistry to help clients tackle the technical complexities of patent disputes.

Steve assists clients with complex business disputes, bringing insight into judicial decision-making from his clerkship with Chief Judge Michael L. Robinson of the North Carolina Business Court.

Will supports clients through all stages of litigation, drawing on experience clerking for Judge Julianna Earp of the North Carolina Business Court and serving in judicial externship and internship roles with Chief Justice Paul Newby and then-U.S. Magistrate Judge Susan Rodriguez.

Please join us in giving them a warm welcome!

Smith Anderson welcomed 15 attorneys during the third quarter of 2026, marking one of the firm’s lar...

Congratulations to Smith Anderson Managing Partner Byron Kirkland, who has been named a 2026 Community Champion by Trian...
10/12/2026

Congratulations to Smith Anderson Managing Partner Byron Kirkland, who has been named a 2026 Community Champion by Triangle Business Journal in the Corporate Leadership category, one of only five individuals awarded that honor.

Throughout his career, Byron has invested his time and leadership in organizations across the Triangle, while also helping shape a culture of Giving Back at Smith Anderson. During his tenure as managing partner, the firm has launched its annual Week of Service, expanded pro bono engagement, established a firmwide nonprofit repository, and continued supporting organizations and causes that matter to our people and our community.

Byron’s leadership reflects a belief that service is an important part of both professional and civic life, and we’re glad to see that commitment recognized.

Congratulations, Byron! https://www.smithlaw.com/newsroom/news/byron-kirkland-honored-for-leadership-and-community-impact

Congratulations to Smith Anderson Managing Partner Byron Kirkland, who has been named a 2026 Communi...

A strong showing across Smith Anderson practices, and two new names on the Super Lawyers list.Thirty-three Smith Anderso...
10/09/2026

A strong showing across Smith Anderson practices, and two new names on the Super Lawyers list.

Thirty-three Smith Anderson attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 North Carolina Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists, spanning practices across the firm.

This year’s honorees include 27 North Carolina Super Lawyers and six Rising Stars, with Andrew Atkins and Ed Roche earning Super Lawyers recognition for the first time.

Congratulations to all of our 2027 honorees! Read more below: https://www.smithlaw.com/newsroom/news/33-smith-anderson-attorneys-recognized-by-2027-north-carolina-super-lawyers

33 Smith Anderson attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 North Carolina Super Lawyers® rankings ...

This quarter marked Smith Anderson’s most significant period of attorney growth, with 15 lawyers joining the firm and br...
10/08/2026

This quarter marked Smith Anderson’s most significant period of attorney growth, with 15 lawyers joining the firm and bringing our 2026 attorney hires to 25 and counting.

The group brings experience from national and international law firms, government service, in-house roles, and judicial clerkships, adding depth across practices and industry teams throughout the firm.

We’re excited to welcome:

• Seth Berliner
• Michael Birch
• Audrey Bowman
• Alena Carr
• Hunt Choi
• Will Crawford
• Lauren Dickinson
• Rachel Grossman
• Jaren Hagler
• Robert Hartsmith
• Tamika Henderson
• Amber Knepper
• Tess Peterson
• Steven Stenquist
• Peter Vogel

Together, these additions reflect Smith Anderson’s continued growth and investment in the talent, depth, and capabilities needed to serve clients across an increasingly complex business and legal landscape.

Read more about the attorneys who joined Smith Anderson in Q3: https://www.smithlaw.com/newsroom/news/fifteen-attorneys-join-smith-anderson-in-q3-amid-record-year-of-growth

Smith Anderson welcomed 15 attorneys during the third quarter of 2026, marking one of the firm’s lar...

Who will you call when a cyber incident happens, and will your insurance policy let you use them?In the first installmen...
10/06/2026

Who will you call when a cyber incident happens, and will your insurance policy let you use them?

In the first installment of a new three-part series, Smith Anderson attorneys Hunter Bruton and David Senter explain why cyber insurance renewal is the right time to address approval of trusted counsel and vendors before a crisis puts those decisions under pressure.

The series will continue with additional considerations for aligning cyber coverage with incident response planning, including emerging AI-related risks.

Read Part 1: Your Cyber Response Team Starts at Insurance Renewal https://www.smithlaw.com/newsroom/publications/your-cyber-response-team-starts-at-insurance-renewal

In the first installment of a new three-part series, Smith Anderson attorneys Hunter Bruton and Davi...

Strong economic development takes collaboration among business, government, and community leaders who are invested in No...
10/05/2026

Strong economic development takes collaboration among business, government, and community leaders who are invested in North Carolina’s continued growth.

As a supporter of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC), Smith Anderson values the organization’s work to strengthen our state’s economy, support business growth, and create new opportunities across North Carolina.

We congratulate our friend, NC Chamber General Counsel and NC Chamber Legal Institute President Ray Starling, on his appointment to the EDPNC Board of Directors. Ray brings deep experience across business, agriculture, public policy, law, and government, and we look forward to seeing his contributions to the organization and its statewide mission.

Congratulations, Ray! https://ncchamber.com/2026/09/30/ray-starling-appointed-to-economic-development-partnership-of-north-carolina-board/

Today North Carolina State Treasurer Brad Briner announced he has appointed NC Chamber General Couns...

We’re getting ready for one of our favorite Smith Anderson traditions: our annual Week of Service, beginning in November...
10/02/2026

We’re getting ready for one of our favorite Smith Anderson traditions: our annual Week of Service, beginning in November.

As part of the kickoff, we welcomed Maggie Kane, Founder and Executive Director of A Place at the Table; Ashley McCumber, Executive Director of Meals on Wheels of Wake County; and Oie Osterkamp, CEO of Ronald McDonald House of the Triangle. They shared more about their missions, the communities they serve, and the important role volunteers and donors play in helping them carry out that work.

These are just a few of the organizations Smith Anderson lawyers and business professionals will support during this year’s Week of Service. We’re looking forward to rolling up our sleeves, spending time alongside these organizations, and continuing Smith Anderson’s longstanding Giving Back tradition.

https://www.smithlaw.com/about/our-culture/community-service

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