Garret Glazier (JD '25) Joins Smith, Gambrell, and Russell, LLP

Pepperdine Caruso Law alumnus Garret Glazier (JD '25) has joined Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP as an associate in the firm's Los Angeles office. He previously practiced at Turner Dhillon LLP. Prior to his legal career, Glazier served as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps.

From Smith, Gambrell & Russell:

Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP (“SGR”) is pleased to announce a significant expansion of its Los Angeles office with the arrival of five litigation attorneys. Partners William M. Turner and Asha Dhillon, and associates Matthew J. Singer, Samer N. Aref, and Garret Glazier, join from Turner Dhillon LLP. The additions build on a year of sustained growth for the firm, which has welcomed 44 attorneys in 2026 alone.

“This group marks an important milestone for our Los Angeles office, expanding our growing presence from nine attorneys to 14,” said Stephen M. Forte, Managing Partner and Chairman of the Firm’s Executive Committee. “Class action expertise is an area we’re intentionally looking to grow, and this group provides that in spades. Bill is one of the few litigators who has actually tried a class action to verdict and pairing that with Asha's employment litigation experience gives our Los Angeles office real depth.” accommodations issues, and regulatory investigations.

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Glazier focuses his practice on general business litigation, insurance coverage and litigation, construction disputes, public entity liability, and professional liability matters, including the representation of architects, engineers, and other professionals. He represents individuals, businesses, and insurers in all phases of litigation, from pre-suit investigation and motion practice through discovery and trial preparation.