Partner Eric Smith of Siro Smith Dickson PC has been named the 2027 "Lawyer of the Year" by The Best Lawyers in America® for his outstanding work in Employment Law - Individuals in Kansas City, Missouri. The "Lawyer of the Year" designation is awarded to a single attorney in each practice area and geographic region per award cycle, making it one of the most exclusive honors in the legal profession.
Based entirely on exhaustive peer-review evaluations, the distinction reflects the highest level of respect an attorney can earn from fellow legal professionals in their market. Unlike many legal awards that rely on client submissions or firm marketing, the Best Lawyers methodology is grounded in the candid assessments of attorneys and judges who know the nominee's work firsthand. This peer-driven process gives the recognition particular weight among legal practitioners and clients seeking qualified representation.
In addition to his individual "Lawyer of the Year" honor, Eric Smith was selected by his peers for inclusion in the 33rd edition of The Best Lawyers in America® across three core practice areas: Employment Law - Individuals, Litigation - Labor and Employment, and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. This triple recognition underscores his versatility and sustained excellence across some of the most demanding areas of civil litigation.
"This milestone reflects our firm's long-standing dedication to providing premier advocacy for individuals navigating complex legal challenges," said Eric Smith.
This accolade highlights a broader tradition of excellence at Siro Smith Dickson PC. Partners Rik N. Siro and Athena M. Dickson have also received prestigious individual peer recognitions from Best Lawyers. Partner Rik Siro, who specializes in serious personal injury, wrongful death, and employment discrimination, was previously named Kansas City's "Lawyer of the Year" in Employment Law - Individuals in 2020. Partner Athena Dickson continues to earn acclaim as a top personal injury and employment litigator and leader within state and local bar associations.
For nearly 50 years, Siro Smith Dickson PC has remained steadfastly dedicated to seeking justice for clients, protecting workplace civil rights, and advocating for personal injury victims across the Kansas City metropolitan area. The firm's repeated recognition by Best Lawyers signals a consistent commitment to high-caliber representation for individuals, not corporations. See our recognition on our website page HERE.
For readers in the Kansas City area, the 2027 "Lawyer of the Year" designation offers a peer-vetted signal when selecting counsel for employment disputes or personal injury claims. For the legal industry, it reinforces the value of peer review in distinguishing attorneys who consistently earn the confidence of their colleagues. For Siro Smith Dickson PC, the honor extends a nearly five-decade legacy of individual advocacy, positioning the firm as a continued benchmark for employment and personal injury representation in the region.
