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Matthew Clinton Smith

Also known as Matt Smith
Matthew Clinton Smith

6.2

Good

Experience 1.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 1.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 5

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 60% Family
  • 20% Criminal Defense
    300 cases
  • 15% Personal Injury
  • 5% Business

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

  • The Smith Law Offices
    2618 J Street, Suite 2
    Sacramento, CA 95816
    Office: 916-340-4377
    Fax: 530-458-8506
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  • The Smith Law Offices
    229 5th Street
    Colusa, CA 95932
    Office: 530-458-8801
    Fax: 530-458-8506
    Mobile: 916-340-4377
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  • The Smith Law Offices
    210 West Walnut
    Willows, CA 95988
    Office: 530-934-3750
    Fax: 530-458-8506
    Mobile: 916-340-4377
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

About Me

Photos (4)

Videos (0)

For privacy reasons information regarding civil and family law cases is omitted from my profile to ensure the privacy of my clients.

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“A real lawyer”

Posted by: Clyde, 4 months ago.

Client Review: Matt was willing to take my call late at night when the cops came knocking on my door. The cops lied to me and were trying to trick me. He informed... more
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5 star rating

“Got good advice !!”

Posted by: Edith, 4 months ago.

Client Review: I was pleased to find an attorney who was willing to explain things to me. I was given some advice that saved me from getting scammed
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

4 endorsements


Michael Douglas Shafer

I am happy to endorse this rookie attorney His legal acumen is well beyond his years. No hesitancy at all in referring clients to him.

Endorsement from lawyer: Michael Shafer , Norco (CA), 3 months ago
Laureen Bridgit Lane

I endorse this lawyer. Matt Smith brings energy and enthusiasm into the law. He defends his clients zealously. He is well-respected for his... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Laureen Lane , Chico (CA), 4 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

2 years since Matthew Clinton Smith was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 2011 02/13/2012

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Chief Investigator Major Crimes at Public Defender's Office 2001–2011

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
CAL Northern SOL Law JD - Juris Doctor
San Diego State Univ Economics/Russian Language BA - Bachelor of Arts

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Student Achievement Cal Northern School of Law

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member California Defense Investigator Associaiton
Member Los Angeles County Bar Association
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 5
Answers: 19 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
17 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
3 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Best Lawyer Apps Sacramento Newest Crim Defense Resource 2012

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Use Of Lethal Force In California Shooters Paradise 2011
Firearms Laws Shooters Paradise