A. Russell Smith

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A. Russell Smith
A. Russell Smith emphasizes criminal defense and complex family law cases. Contact us, we can help
5.0 star rating
Great Lawyer - DUI
- a DUI client
5.0 star rating
This guy is Good!
- a client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 10

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Practice Areas

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  • 35% Criminal Defense
    33 years
  • 35% DUI / DWI
    33 years
  • 30% Family
    29 years

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Contact Information

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  • 904-355-5633
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  • 519 N Newnan St
    Jacksonville, FL 32202
    Office: 904-355-5633
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A. Russell Smith is engaged in a trial practice, with emphasis in the areas of criminal defense in the Florida and Federal Courts and complex family litigation.... more

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5 star rating

“Great Lawyer - DUI”

Posted by: a DUI client, over 3 years ago.

Client Review: Russell Smith is whom I would consider to be the best attorney in the State of Florida. He does not accept "No" for an answer, always does... more
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5 star rating

“This guy is Good!”

Posted by: a client, almost 3 years ago.

Client Review: He's not cheap, but he could walk into any court room and convince ANY judge the sky is falling. Watch his work, he can do the impossible. Don't... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

9 endorsements


Ronald Lee Burdge

I gladly endorse and highly recommend Russell Smith. Attorneys respect him, his clients like him, he knows the law, has years of solid experience and... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Ronald Burdge , Dayton (OH), About 1 month ago
Victoria Marie Mussallem

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Victoria Mussallem , Jacksonville (FL), 8 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

33 years since A. Russell Smith was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Florida Member in Good Standing 1980 04/14/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Senior Partner at Smith and Haine, P.A. 2006–present
Sole Shareholder at Law Offices of A. Russell Smith, P.A. 1985–2006
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law Law Juris Doctor 1979
University of South Florida Political Science Bachelor's 1976

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
AV Rated Martindale Hubbell 2011
AV Rated Martindale Hubbell 2010
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Master Florida Family Law Inn of Court 2003–present
Officer and Director Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 1996–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 10
Answers: 81 Legal Answers
2 Best Answers - chosen by asker
33 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
13 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Ethical Problems Facing the Small Practice Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education 1997

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Showcase on Sentencing Showcase on Sentencing 2009
Ethical Issues in Jury Selection NACDL 2008 Fall Meeting 2008
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