Ward and Smith is proud to share that 68 attorneys have been recognized by Best Lawyers in America®.
Of those honored, 55 were named to The Best Lawyers in America®, with three receiving the distinction of "Lawyer of the Year." First published in 1983, Best Lawyers has grown to be one of the most respected and widely used guides to legal excellence.
"For more than 40 years, the rigorous methodology of Best Lawyers has ensured the integrity and esteem of our legal recognitions," said Best Lawyers CEO Phillip Greer. "It is with great pleasure that we continue to provide potential clients with the pinnacle measurement of credibility through our Best Lawyers awards as they search for counsel."
In addition, 13 Ward and Smith attorneys earned Ones to Watch® honors, which spotlight associates and other early-career lawyers for outstanding professional achievement in private practice.
"The unparalleled methodology of Best Lawyers ensures the value and esteem of our legal rankings through both our traditional awards and our expanded 'Ones to Watch' accolades," said Greer. "Clients trust Best Lawyers as a credible and reliable way to identify the most elite lawyers, and it is with great pride that we continue to provide this valued service in the country."
These recognitions highlight the firm's depth of talent and reinforce Ward and Smith's reputation as a trusted legal partner for clients across North Carolina and beyond.