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

SSKS Welcomes Five Summer Associates

June 3, 2026

Smith Sovik is excited to welcome five summer associates to join our team in our…

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…

Trust is an absolute necessity when retaining defense counsel. From day one, I could trust Ted Smith to provide exceptional legal counseling.  

Dana Gucciardi
Senior Claim Specialist
Acadia Insurance Group (A Berkley Company)

In a little over an hour, a State of NY Supreme Court, Erie County jury returned a unanimous defense verdict. The case was tried by partner Matthew Germain.  Great job Matt!!

Keith Henaman
Sr. Vice President Claims
NCMIC Group, Inc.