Winning. Attitude.

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

Coghlan Zips Them Again!

May 19, 2026

John Coghlan secured a full defense verdict on behalf of two orthopedic surgeons and their…

80 Years of Winning!

May 8, 2026

Smith Sovik Kendrick & Sugnet is proud to celebrate 80 years of continuous service to…

Hulslander and Lantier Team Up for Big Trial Win!

April 24, 2026

Kevin Hulslander and Jim Lantier recently got a nice med mal win for a pain…

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Kristin over the past several years and have found the diligence and quality of her work to be excellent. She has a quick grasp of the pertinent issues involved and effectively develops and implements a tenacious defense strategy. I’ve worked with many defense attorneys over the course of my 37 year career and count her among the very best!  

Linda Martorella
Litigation Examiner II
Kemper Services Group
Claims Department

Kevin E. Huslander's efficiency in cross-examining plaintiff and her witnesses was a clear testament to his superior skill and experience in the courtroom.  Kevin made me confident in our defense and obtained a defense verdict in a case of stipulated negligence.  It was a pleasure working with Kevin and watching him in action.  Great result!

Jim Dickson
Special Exposure Case Manager
Greyhound Lines, Inc.