William Scott Smith

William Scott Smith

also known as William Smith, William S. Smith

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Holden, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Gun Law, Appeals

997 Main Street, P.O. Box 282, Holden, MA

About William

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

DUI, DWI, OUI, Drunk Driving (see below) Drug Crimes Violent Crimes Domestic Violence Assault & Battery Threats Murder / Homicide Restraining Orders (Domestic & Others) Violation of Order Charges Representation in the Original Restraining Order Case Itself Property Crimes Theft / Larceny Embezzlement Arson Breaking and Entering Fraud Forgery Shoplifting Property Crimes

29 years

50%
Gun Law 30%

Firearms Licensing LTC FID Denials, Suspensions, Revocations

29 years

30%
Appeals 20%

Criminal Civil Administrative Law

29 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 28 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of William S. Smith

997 Main Street, P.O. Box 282, Holden, MA, 01520

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William Scott Smith's Reviews

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40 Client Reviews

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Posted by Randy | April 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Constitutional

Ncis Back ground check legal issue

I searched hard for a 2nd amendment Attorney but was very disappointed until i found Attorney Smith. I new from the second he spoke with me that he was the Attorney I needed. Attorney Smith is highly experienced knowledgeable and excellent at making legal argument supporting his motions entered ...to the court regarding the 2nd amendment One great quality though there are many Attorney Smith's ability to listen to his clients and explain in depth aspects of law in a way you can absorb and understand. Attorney Smith is in my opinion with his legal knowledge and professionalism rises above the rest as a top Attorney

Posted by Harry | January 31, 2021 | Gun Law

MA Firearm Law Whisperer

Bill got right back to me with some good advice on the complex MA gun laws. He's assertive without being abrasive, and that's a key skill I look for in lawyers - can they make their point and also listen to mine. Recommended - would use again for sure!

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law

Lee

Recently I was in the need for the service of a good attorney to handle my case with a good track record. Another attorney highly recommended William Smith to handle my case, indicated that William Smith practiced in this area of law for my appeal with a good success record of winning of MA LTC appea...l cases. My first counseling with William Smith, he was very professional, thoroughly explain the laws in this area and the base of his argument would be to win my appeal. He was very encouraging for a good outcome of my appeal. William explain the laws to me in layman terms that I could understand, he always answered or returned my phone calls and emails. Never once I had to wait. He always kept me inform the status of my appeal case, any hearing changes, always with encouraging news. I cannot be more please or delighted with the decision and the outcome of my case. Not only William won my appeal, I never had to go court for my appeal. If anyone in the need of a good attorney that specialist in Massachusetts Laws and the right to carry, I highly recommend William Smith to handle their case. Not only was William very professional, that fact he won my appeal proved that he is well knowledgeable all status of MA Gun Laws for my appeal case. I will be enteral grateful to William Smith and can thank him enough,

Posted by Joni | February 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Sexual Harassment

Exceptional atty

Atty Smith is an exceptional atty. He has handled numerous cases for myself& family members including sexual harassment (lost wages, wrongful termination), drug cases in superior court & dui appeals. I hire him whenever i need a lawyer and refer him to anyone who needs one!

Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Dedicated and Energetic Representation

I had a difficult case, which involved a peculiar and not very well known aspect of statute law. Atty Smith saw the potential of this statute, and worked hard to get the best possible outcome for my case. With the statute and other case law, Atty Smith prepared a very persuasive motion to dismiss. Th...e judge was not a big fan of this statute, but allowed us to present this motion before another judge. Fortunately for me, the other judge was persuaded by the motion, and my case was diverted and dismissed. It was a long process (nearly a year), and Atty Smith was frank and honest about my chances during the entire time he represented me on this matter. I credit the outcome to a probation officer who mentioned the statute, and to Atty Smith, who saw the potential for a favorable outcome. After an initial disappointment in pursuit of dismissal, it was Atty Smith who encouraged me to keep going in this direction. His advice saved me a great deal of money and secured a dream-come-true result.

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Jennifer O'Brien

Appeals lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bill is an exceptional appellate attorney who can easily recognize appealable issues in any case. He has the ability to think outside the box with the ability to present unique and new issues of law on appeal. I highly recommend him."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse William. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Mark Lee

Appeals lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Roche

Appeals lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Beverly Chorbajian

Appeals lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill is among the top ten appellate attorneys in the state and I recommend him frequently for either state or federal appeals. He is also a kind and compassionate person to deal with, from a client's perspective, and is the perfect choice for any criminal or civil case. He carries my highest endorsement."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2010

Best Book, Association for Continuing Legal Education

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of William S. Smith

Associations

1997 - Present

Worcester County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

[Client Name Redacted]

Drunk Driving Charges Dismissed

Commonwealth v. Brazeau, 64 Mass. App. Ct. 65 (2005)

Judgment for Client

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Education

1997

Massachusetts School of Law at Andover

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

Annual Conference- Youthful Offender Cases

Handling Juvenile Gun Cases

2011

Criminal Appeals Conference

Challenging Cases Involving the Right to Confront Witnesses

2010

Greater Lowell Bar Association

Preserving the Record at Trial & Objections

2009

Criminal Appeals Conference, Boston

Using Creative Non-Fiction for More Effective Legal Writing

Publications

2010

Association for Continuing Legal Education Best Continuing Legal Ed Book- MCLE's Trying Drug Cases

2009

Trying Drug Cases in Massachusetts Warrantless Search and Seizure

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