AzBusiness has recognized Gary Smith and Sam Saks’ exceptional legal expertise and dedication to client success, honoring the two attorneys on its annual list of top lawyers.
This is Gary’s fourth consecutive year making it on the prestigious list for his extensive work in cannabis, psychedelics, construction, real estate and administrative law. Sam’s expertise in personal injury law earned him a place among the Top 100 Lawyers for the first time.
AzBusiness’ editorial team and industry experts choose the top 100 attorneys from a pool of more than 2,000 of the state’s most talented and successful lawyers. Selections are based on the lawyers’ professional success and ratings as well as their impact on their law firm, the communities they serve and the legal profession at large.
The inclusion on the list comes on the heels of several recent professional honors and distinctions for the two attorneys.
Gary has spent three decades in the industry as a litigator, advisor, mediator and arbitrator. He has represented a range of individual and institutional clients in both State and Federal courts. Most recently, AzBusiness Leaders recognized Gary among Arizona’s most influential legal professionals in its 2025 edition.
While new to the Top 100 list, Sam regularly earns recognition for his work from Southwest Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America©. His two decades working in all phases of personal injury litigation and commercial litigation have resulted in his appointment as President-Elect of the State Bar of Arizona Board of Governors.
See the full list of AzBusiness’ Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona and learn more about our attorneys and practice areas.