ATLANTA (February 19, 2026) – Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP (“SGR”) is pleased to announce that six of the Firm’s attorneys have been recognized as 2026 Thomson Reuters Stand-out Lawyers, a distinction based solely on client nominations as part of Thomson Reuters’ annual Sharplegal study.
The following SGR attorneys were named Thomson Reuters Stand-out Lawyers:
- Adrian C. Beasley, Corporate Practice; Global Transport Practice
- James R. Figliulo, Litigation Practice
- Lori A. Gelchion, Corporate Practice
- Robert Hussle, Corporate Practice
- Sean T. Keely, Litigation Practice; New York Section Head; Head of Insurance and Reinsurance Practice
- Matthew P. Warenzak, Intellectual Property Practice
Each year, Thomson Reuters surveys more than 2,000 senior legal buyers worldwide, asking them to identify up to three lawyers who have distinguished themselves over the past 12 months. Lawyers selected for this recognition are nominated directly by clients for their exceptional legal skill, strategic counsel, and superior client service.
According to Thomson Reuters’ research, firms with client-nominated Stand-out Lawyers experience measurable benefits, including improved client satisfaction, increased client advocacy, strengthened brand reputation, and enhanced engagement.
About Thomson Reuters
Thomson Reuters is a global provider of news, information, and technology solutions serving professionals in the legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media sectors. Through its Sharplegal study and Stand-out Lawyers program, Thomson Reuters delivers robust, data-driven insights that help law firms evaluate and elevate client service performance.
About Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP
Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP is a full-service, international law firm that advises regional, national and global businesses on a wide range of legal matters. The Firm’s more than 400 professionals provide legal counsel in more than 50 specialized practice areas, including corporate transactions, litigation, intellectual property, aviation, banking, real estate, insurance/reinsurance, construction, employment law, international, and employee benefits and executive compensation. Founded in 1893, Smith Gambrell has 15 domestic and international offices, including Atlanta; Austin; Charlotte; Chicago; Houston; Jacksonville; London; Los Angeles; Miami; Milan; Munich; New York; Southampton; Tampa; and Washington, D.C.