Overview
Smith Debnam, established in 1972, is a midsize North and South Carolina law firm with its main office in Raleigh, NC. The attorneys at Smith Debnam are dedicated to providing clients with the depth of knowledge, sophisticated legal analysis, and planning expected of larger law firms with the prompt attention, responsive service, and competitive fees available at smaller firms. We believe that effectively solving our clients’ problems begins with a true understanding of our clients themselves. The people and companies that put their legal needs in our care deserve to work with professionals who are available, easy to talk to, and responsive as a rule rather than an afterthought.
Founded:
1972
Best Lawyers Recognized:
17Rankings
Regional
Charleston-SC
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization LawTier
1
Charleston-SC
Litigation - BankruptcyRaleigh
Tier
1
Raleigh
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization LawTier
1
Raleigh
Commercial LitigationTier
1
Raleigh
Corporate LawTier
1
Raleigh
Family LawRankings
Regional
Charleston-SC
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization LawTier
1
Charleston-SC
Litigation - BankruptcyRaleigh
Tier
1
Raleigh
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization LawTier
1
Raleigh
Commercial LitigationTier
1
Raleigh
Corporate LawTier
1
Raleigh
Family LawTier
1
Raleigh
Mortgage Banking Foreclosure LawTier
2
Raleigh
Banking and Finance LawTier
2
Raleigh
Family Law MediationTier
2
Raleigh
Real Estate LawTier
3
Raleigh
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)Tier
3
Raleigh
Labor Law - ManagementTier
3
Raleigh
Litigation - ConstructionTier
3
Raleigh
Litigation - Labor and EmploymentIndividuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP proudly has 17 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Awards
Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers LLP continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Super Lawyers
Woman Extraordinaire
Legal Elite
Leader in the Law
Offices & Contacts
Raleigh, NC
The Landmark Center
4601 Six Forks Road, Suite 400
Raleigh, NC 27609
United States
Charleston, SC
171 Church Street, Suite 120-C
Charleston, SC 29401
United States