Attorney Smith is a successful personal injury attorney who has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his client over the course of his legal career. He obtained his Bachelors Degree from Boston University School of Management in 1992. He then obtained his Juris Doctorate Degree from Suffolk University School of Law in 1999. Attorney Smith has been practicing law for over 15 years and has over 25 years of experience in the Legal Field. He was an insurance claims manager prior to becoming an attorney. He has worked in a General Practice as well as a large Boston Plaintiff Lawfirm as an associate before starting his own law firm.
Attorney Smith and his team specialize in representing individuals who are involved in personal injury matters. We offer free consultations. There is no fee to you as the client unless we are successful in obtaining a recovery on your behalf. In addition to consultations at our office, we are willing to meet with you for a free consultation at your residence of a location convenient to you.
When not practicing Law, Attorney Smith enjoys coaching youth sports and spending time with his family.
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Languages spoken
Portuguese, Spanish, Khmer, French
Law Offices of Michael O. Smith
15 Broad Street, Suite 800
Boston, MA, 02109
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MA | Active | 1999 | 12/02/2020 |
Legal answers | 100 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Top 100 Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2017 |
Top 100 Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2016 |
Top personal injury lawyer in Boston | Expertise.com | 2016 |
10 Best | American Institute of Legal Counsel | 2016 |
A+ rating | Better Business Bureau | 2016 |
Top Contributor Level | AVVO | 2013 |
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Client's Choice Award | AVVO | 2013 |
Excellent Rating Badge | AVVO | 2013 |
Honorable Mention - Legal Writing | Suffolk University Law School | 1998 |
Cum Laude - Marketing Degree Major | Boston University | 1992 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney / Founder | Law Offices of Michael O. Smith | 2013 - Present |
Attorney | Law Offices Of Jeffrey S. Glassman, LLC | 2011 - 2013 |
Attorney | Marcotte Law Firm | 2001 - 2011 |
Attorney | Murphy & Beane | 1999 - 2001 |
Claims Manager | Murphy & Beane | 1993 - 1999 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group | Member | 2017 - Present |
American Association for Justice | Member | 2016 - Present |
American Society of Legal Advocates | Member | 2016 - Present |
American Institute of Legal Counsel | Member | 2016 - Present |
Better Business Bureau | accreditation | 2016 - Present |
American Bar Association | Attorney Member | 1999 - Present |
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Massachusetts Bar Association | Attorney Member | 1999 - Present |
Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys | Attorney Member | 1999 - Present |
Injured Workers' Advocates | Attorney | 1999 - Present |
Glassman Law | Director of WC Department | 2011 - 2013 |
Marcotte Law | Manager / Associate of SSDI Dept | 2001 - 2010 |
Self Insured Employers Association | Manager | 1993 - 2000 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Boston WC law blog | top 10 must Do's after a work injury | 2015 |
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly | Sullivan Vs. AIG | 2014 |
Boston Workers Compensation Blog | Blog page | 2014 |
MA WC Hearing Decisions | O'Dette v Zurich | 2012 |
MA WC Decisions | Leite v. WC Trust Fund | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Suffolk University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1999 |
Boston University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1992 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Claims Meeting | Successful engagement of new clients | 2011 |
Review of Claims | Workers Compensation Defense | 1999 |
Boston | How to handle WC claims for self insured employers | N/A |
Case name | Outcome |
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Withheld v Travelers Ins. | Settled $255,000.00 |
Withheld v Commerce | $125,000.00 Settled |
Withheld v Rock Climbing Gym | $120,000.00 after mediation |
withheld v Transguard Insurance | $120,000.00 Settled |
Withheld v Liberty Mutual | Settled $100,000.00 |
withheld v Geico | Settled for $100,000.00 |
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Withheld v Audi Dealership | $105,000.00 Settled |
Withheld v Marriot Shuttle bus | $100,000 Settled |
Withheld v Zurich | $121,000.00 settlement after Hearing |
Minor v Liberty Mutual | $100,000.00 Structured Settlement |
Withheld v LAZ Parking | Settled for $215,000 |
workers comp. / MVA case | over 1,000,000.00 total recovery |
Motor vehicle accident case | Mediated and settled for $250,000.00 |
Workers compensation case | Settled for $250,000.00 |
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Kristin Tucker, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 14, 2018
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer.
Brian Harris, Workers compensation Attorney on Dec 29, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael is competent, hard working and really cares about both his clients and the results he achieves for them. I endorse him as an attorney who specializes in workers compensation law.
Michael Harris, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 28, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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Ricardo Telemaque, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 2, 2017
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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 13, 2015
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Mark Clay, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 28, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. Smith. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.
James Newell, Workers compensation Attorney on Jul 17, 2015
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I endorse Michael. He is well respected among fellow lawyers.
Jonathan Lacour, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 28, 2015
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Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer.
This lawyer is highly knowledgeable. I recommend him, without any reservation.
Laura Hoskins, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 31, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. Mike has outstanding client reviews and wants to help.
Robert Cohen, Social security Attorney on Mar 30, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. He really knows his craft.
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Ryan Fishman, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 13, 2015
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Ian Pancer, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 27, 2014
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Mr. Smith is an excellent, highly qualified and uniquely skilled attorney. He has my endorsement.
Douglas Borthwick, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 25, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Michael is dedicated to his clients and has a great record of success.