Operational since 1868, J. Smith Lanier & Co. has been one of leading insurance brokerage, employee benefits and risk management consulting firms in the United States. Based in Columbus, Ga., it offers a variety of financial services, including personal, financial, estate and business planning, along with executive benefits and insurance counselor services. The company also provides risk management, personal insurance, surety and property/casualty services as well as claims management. Additionally, J. Smith Lanier & Co. has presence in the aviation insurance marketplace with its division, JSL Aviation Insurance.