Traverse City, Mich., February 2, 2009 - Traverse Magazine's January issue includes a feature titled, "Top Lawyers," which lists the lawyers in northern Michigan who have earned AV Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell. The law firm of Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge has more attorneys on this list of top lawyers than any other firm in northern Michigan.

     The Smith Haughey attorneys included in this listing of top attorneys are George F. Bearup, Mark P. Bickel, Stephen C. Chambers, Charles B. Judson, Michael D. Lewis, Ronald A. Schuknecht, and Patrick J. Wilson. In addition, Rachel Brochert Roe and Kirsten L. Keilitz are listed in the "Up and Coming" category of the top lawyers.

     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 80 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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