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Success is much more than an expectation.  It’s the highest calling we have.  It takes extraordinary preparation, intensity, experience, insight, uncompromising standards and a Winning Attitude. Our passion for litigation is more than just a business. For us, it’s personal; for us, it’s about WINNING.

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Our objective is always to develop legal strategies that win. When doctors, lawyers, judges and other professionals need legal representation, they turn to our battle-tested trial and appellate attorneys for help. They don’t just want advice – they want to win.

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Smith Sovik News

A Well-Earned WIN for Ted Smith in Suffolk County!

December 11, 2025

Ted Smith, with assistance from Kinga Fenikowska, recently won a medical malpractice case out on…

Happy Holidays from SSKS!

December 1, 2025

Big Defense Verdict for Tom DeBernardis in NDNY Utica!

November 18, 2025

Tom DeBernardis secured a defense verdict on behalf of several sheriff’s deputies following a two-week…

Kristin Norfleet handles all of the general liability litigation for Carrols in New York and oversees all of our outside counsel in general liability litigation across the country. Kristin provides Carrols with exemplary cost-effective legal representation. Kristin gives concise, no nonsense legal advice and analysis. Kristin works effectively and efficiently with individuals and departments all across our organization. It is a pleasure to work with Kristin and her firm.  

William E. Myers
Vice President, General Counsel
Carrols Restaurant Group, Inc.

I have 30 years of senior level litigation management experience with a large insurance carrier. Smith Sovik has been the reliable partner throughout this time. Vic Prial made significant impact on outcome in a recent products case resulting in an amputation. His summary judgment motion was impeccable and the argument he made to the judge resulted in our motion being granted. It was so compelling that plaintiff didn’t perfect the appeal he vowed to pursue. The key attribute is in collaborating to meet our clearly defined outcome objectives. All my insureds rave about Smith Sovik and so customer service meets and exceeds expectations. They make my life easy…