Partner Eric Smith Named 2027 “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers in America® for Employment Law
Siro Smith Dickson PC, a Kansas City personal injury firm, is alerting Missouri and Kansas patients that DOJ's record $6.8 billion in FY2025 health care fraud recoveries may point to real patient harm — not just fraudulent billing. Investigators allege some providers applied costly amniotic wound allografts regardless of medical need.
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"Patients trusted these providers to heal their wounds. Instead, federal investigators say some of them were used to pad a billion-dollar fraud scheme. When a medical decision is driven by a kickback instead of a patient's actual condition, that's not just fraud on paper — it's an injury to a real person."
Siro Smith Dickson PC is proud to announce that partner Eric Smith 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. 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.
"Patients trusted these providers to heal their wounds. Instead, federal investigators say some of them were used to pad a billion-dollar fraud scheme. When a medical decision is driven by a kickback instead of a patient's actual condition, that's not just fraud on paper — it's an injury to a real person."
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:
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Employment Law - Individuals
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Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
“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.
See our recognition on our website page HERE.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the "Lawyer of the Year" designation mean?
- "Lawyer of the Year" is a top peer-review honor awarded by The Best Lawyers in America® to only a single attorney in a specific practice area and geographic region per award cycle. It reflects exceptional professional integrity, skill, and peer respect earned throughout a legal career.
- What practice areas was Eric Smith recognized for in the 33rd edition of Best Lawyers®?
- In addition to receiving the 2027 "Lawyer of the Year" award for Employment Law – Individuals, Eric Smith was selected by his peers for inclusion across three core practice areas: Employment Law – Individuals, Litigation – Labor and Employment, and Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs.
- How long has Siro Smith Dickson PC been serving clients in Kansas City?
- Founded in 1975, Siro Smith Dickson PC has represented individuals in complex employment disputes, whistleblower claims, personal injury, and wrongful death cases in the Kansas City metropolitan area for over five decades.
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