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William Scott Smith
also known as William Smith, William S. Smith
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 28 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1997
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The Law Office of William S. Smith
997 Main Street, P.O. Box 282, Holden, MA, 01520
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Showing 6 - 10 of 17 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Dan | August 06, 2024 | Gun Law
Highly recommended
Attorney Smith was very accessible, and gave me invaluable information about MA gun laws, including LTC applications and renewals. His knowledge is encyclopedic, and he cares about his clients and their 2A rights. He is worth every dollar. I simply can not recommend Atty Smith highly enough.
Posted by Nick | February 16, 2024 | Gun Law
Firearms Legal Questions
Attorney Smith helped answer some pressing legal questions I had and was incredibly insightful. He has an encyclopedic knowledge of the complex Massachusetts firearms legislation. I gained a substantial amount of information during our brief evaluation and highly recommend him to anyone who needs an...
Posted by Glenn | February 05, 2024
Tuned in and Approachable
I found Attorney Smith to be very approachable and aware of current issues with legal matters and willing to share that knowledge. This is the attorney I want representing me when needed.
Posted by Brian | September 26, 2023 | Gun Law
FFL transfer
Bill was quick to return my call and gave me usable information about a firearms transfer that was not your run of the mill transfer since it was coming from someone who had inherited them but was not licensed themselves. Referred me to a local ffl to facilitate. Will keep his contact information h...
Posted by Joshua | November 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law
Highly recommend
Attorney Smith was excellent to work with throughout the entirety of my court case. Communication was great and response to email times were very short. He was very knowledgeable and up to date on current gun laws regarding my situation. I would definitely recommend him to represent anyone looking f...
William Scott Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"I endorse William. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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"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
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 AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
[Client Name Redacted]
Drunk Driving Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Brazeau, 64 Mass. App. Ct. 65 (2005)
Judgment for Client
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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