ATLANTA (February 29, 2008) — Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP’s litigation practice was featured in the 2nd edition of America’s Leading Litigation Firms and Attorneys. The guide recommended in particular SGR’s antitrust, product liability, securities and environmental litigation groups.

Managing partner Steve Forte was mentioned for his representation of banks and other financial institutions, and SGR partner Ed Wasmuth was mentioned for his work with product liability, particularly with Blue Bird Body Company.

America’s Leading Litigation Firms and Attorneys, published by Institutional Inventor and the Legal Media Group, is an annual directory listing the top firms and professionals in each of the of the 50 United States. Research is done around the country through interviews with private practice attorneys. All firms and attorneys mentioned in the guide book were consistently mentioned during research interviews.