Six Ogletree Deakins attorneys ranked in Chambers USA
May 27, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. (Ogletree Deakins), one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, is pleased to announce that six attorneys from the firm’s Greenville office have been included in the 2016 edition of Chambers USA, an annual ranking of the top U.S.-based law firms and lawyers in an extensive range of practice areas. Those from the Greenville office include: Gray Geddie, Mike Shetterly, Rebecca Sigmund, Lewis Smoak, Mark Stubley, and Fred Suggs.
Ogletree Deakins’ Greenville office also earned a Band 1 ranking, the highest possible, in the Labor & Employment practice area.
In total, the firm’s offices in 22 states and the District of Columbia, as well as 78 of the firm’s attorneys, have been included in the 2016 edition.
Chambers USA is widely used by firms and businesses for referral purposes, and many utilize the rankings and profiles of firms to find appropriate legal counsel. The guide reflects a law firm’s high level of performance in key areas including commerciality, value for money, professional conduct, commercial astuteness, client service, diligence, industry knowledge, commitment, technical ability, efficiency, and other qualities stated as most valued by the client.
About Ogletree Deakins
Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Premier client service, as outlined in the firm’s Client Pledge, is one of the firm’s top priorities and a cornerstone of its core values. U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for five consecutive years. In 2016, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Employment Law – Management category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 750 attorneys located in 49 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to Fortune 50 companies. www.ogletreedeakins.com
About Chambers USA
Chambers USA is published annually by Chambers and Partners in London, England. Designed as a guide for clients, this book provides law firm and attorney recommendations throughout the United States. The book is compiled from thousands of interviews conducted with market commentators, lawyers, judges, and others. The rankings and editorial comments cited in the book are independent and objective. www.chambersandpartners.com/USA
