Smith Anderson Celebrates 97th Anniversary

Raleigh, NC (August 21, 2009) – On August 19, 2009, Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell and Jernigan, L.L.P. celebrated 97 years of service to clients, the community and the legal profession.

Smith Anderson is the largest law firm headquartered in the Triangle and one of the largest in North Carolina. The firm has been ranked number one in 19 legal specialties by The Best Lawyers in America® and has earned top honors in Chambers USA.

"On this occasion while we certainly look back with pride at the rich history of our firm, our real focus is on serving the needs of our clients in today's challenging economic environment," said John Jernigan, Managing Partner.

About Smith Anderson

Since its inception in 1912, Smith Anderson has grown to become the largest Triangle-based law firm and one of the largest in North Carolina. Representing diverse organizations with local, state, national and international interests, our lawyers focus on building and strengthening relationships by understanding our clients' businesses and customizing our legal solutions accordingly. Our commitment to our clients also extends to our community and profession.