Winning. Attitude.

Success is much more than an expectation.  It’s the highest calling we have.  It takes extraordinary preparation, intensity, experience, insight, uncompromising standards and a Winning Attitude. Our passion for litigation is more than just a business. For us, it’s personal; for us, it’s about WINNING.

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Our objective is always to develop legal strategies that win. When doctors, lawyers, judges and other professionals need legal representation, they turn to our battle-tested trial and appellate attorneys for help. They don’t just want advice – they want to win.

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Big Defense Verdict for Tom DeBernardis in NDNY Utica!

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Kristen Benson & Brendan Lyon recently won a motion for summary judgment in a Labor…

It has been my sincere pleasure to work with Daniel Ryan for over a decade.  His legal knowledge has been of great value to me in making sound decisions.  The quality of his work product is consistently excellent.  Communications with Attorney Ryan and other members of the Smith Sovik team are timely, thorough and tailored to address the complexities of each situation.  I value the relationship with Smith Sovik and would highly recommend them.

Suzzanne S. Peet

We hired SSKS to defend our insured in a multi claimant incident. We picked the right firm! The case was appropriately managed and ultimately resolved at mediation. The defense was calculated, strategic and appropriate. It was clear that our attorney Kevin Hulslander knew his case and had the credibility and respect of the plaintiff attorneys involved as well as the mediator.

Mark McLoughlin
Claims Specialist
EMC Insurance Companies