GAINESVILLE, Fla., Jan. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Avera & Smith, LLP, has recently been recognized as one of U.S. News and Best Lawyers' Best Law Firms of 2014. The award comes to Avera & Smith as a celebration of 2013's accomplishments.

Firms nationwide are scored and ranked based on various criteria, including evaluations of lawyers and clients, client profiles and demographics and peer reviews from leading attorneys in the field. Avera & Smith won the award based on their merits of civility, understanding of business practices and positive references. The firm was also recognized for their integrity, work product and ranking among the competition.

"Winning this award is a great start to the New Year. We pride ourselves in our family tradition of success and genuine care for our clients and community," Attorney Mark Avera said. "Family values is what we were founded on, and we work to treat each client as one of our own. We always strive for excellence and to serve our clients to our utmost capabilities."

Avera & Smith specializes in personal injury law, amongst other disciplines, and has been a leader in the Gainesville market for more than 40 years. The firm plans to endure this achievement by striving to continue its success and accomplishments. For more information on Avera & Smith, visit avera.com, call 352.372.9999 or toll free at 800.654.4659.

ABOUT AVERA & SMITH
Avera & Smith has been representing Floridians for more than 60 years. Their legacy is one of personal service and genuine care for clients and the local community. Most importantly, the law firm has the experience and qualifications that have created a family tradition of success. This has not only earned them a great reputation, but also helped them get fair settlements and verdicts for their clients. Mark Avera, Managing Partner in Avera & Smith, is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law. Lance Avera, Partner, is Board Certified in Workers Compensation Law. Rod Smith, Partner, has more than 35 years of trial experience. Members of the firm have been selected for inclusion in Florida Super Lawyers many years in a row, named in the Best Lawyers in America publication, honored with the highest rating possible (AV Preeminent*) for their legal ability and ethical standards and have received numerous other awards and recognitions. For more, visit www.avera.com.

SOURCE Avera & Smith Attorneys at Law