Grand Rapids, Mich., April 7, 2009 - Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge is pleased to announce the law firm's growth in 10 of the firm's practice areas, with the addition of eight new attorneys and the promotion of two to shareholder.

     "We feel very fortunate to be in a position to announce the growth of our legal services right now," says CEO and attorney, Patrick F. Geary. "Even in these tough economic times, we are committed to meeting our clients' changing needs and demand for expertise."

     The following attorneys have been added:

Ellen A. Fred - Land Conservation, Tax Law & Estate Planning
Kirsten L. Keilitz - Family Law & Criminal Defense
Mickey D. Larson - Litigation
Michael D. Lewis - Criminal Law & Family Law
E. Thomas McCarthy, Jr. - Personal Injury & Mediation
Brian M. Pearson - Litigation
Kristen E. Ray - Litigation
Ronald A. Schuknecht - Bankruptcy Law

     With the addition of the above lawyers, Smith Haughey Rice Roegge is well positioned to handle any legal need in the most efficient and cost-effective manner with the appropriate specialty.

     "It is our goal to meet all of our client's needs with in-depth industry knowledge and diverse legal skills," says Geary.

About Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge:

Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge has been helping our clients overcome challenges and take advantage of opportunities since 1941. With offices in Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, and Traverse City, and more than 85 attorneys and counselors, we offer some of the most comprehensive legal experience available in the areas of Business and Property Law, Health Law, Construction Law, and Litigation. For more information about the firm, call 616.774.8000 or visit www.shrr.com.

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