Established in 1868, J. Smith Lanier & Co. is an employee-owned company and one of the largest independent insurance brokers in the United States. The company employs more than 400 employees and operates through over five divisions and approximately 20 branch offices. The company offers numerous products and services, including property and casualty insurance, employee benefits, human resources consulting, surety and human capital management. In addition, the company provides personal financial and estate planning, business planning and insurance counseling services to its clients. It works in partnership with several partners, such as Allianz Insurance Company, Atlantic Mutual Insurance Company, Cincinnati Financial Corporation, Grange Insurance Company and Ohio Casualty Group. J. Smith Lanier & Co. has an office located in Huntsville, Ala.