A leading freight brokerage company, GlobalTranz focuses on full truckload, LTL, expedited shipping, and third-party logistics services. GlobalTranz is driven by technology to make services as efficient as possible for clients. Recently, the company announced that Jeffrey Simmons, its general counsel, received the First Chair Award for Top General Counsel. This annual award recognizes excellence among in-house counsel.
To be considered for the First Chair Award, individuals must demonstrate commitment and ingenuity, while also making notable contributions to the larger legal community. A committee of lawyers from major firms across the country make the final selections for the award. All members of the committee have been recognized as leaders in their respective areas of practice.
At GlobalTranz, Mr. Simmons is involved with mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, litigation, capital matters, and more. His diligence has helped the company expand quickly and maintain its high level of growth. In 2017, the company has already completed three acquisitions. Mr. Simmons brings more than three decades of private practice experience to his role at the company. Additionally, he serves as the Transportation Lawyers Association first vice president.
