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James E Smith Esq
About James
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
90%
17 years
Personal Injury
10%
10 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Rhode Island for 17 years
State: Rhode Island
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 17 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of James E. Smith
996 Smith St, Providence, RI, 02908
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James E Smith Esq's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 15 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Alan | April 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
excellent guidance
Got me through a stickey situation with a traffic accident Knows the law inside and out. Willing to do what it takes to get you the best deal
Posted by Laurenco | March 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
EXCELLENT LAWYER
James from the day entertaining his office to the last day of court was always there for me. Down to earth man and knowledgeable handling legal matters which mine was dismissed with the fight from James. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Clifford | November 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Lawyer
James did an expungment and settled another case for me. Down to earth good guy, professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend James to handle your legal problems.
Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2015
He'll take good care of you...
James Smith is highly responsive and sympathetic to your individual situation. He helps you get through a difficult time without making you feel worse. He was readily available and was able to minimize stress levels. My case went quickly through the system and is now expunged, keeping my record cl...
Posted by Joel | July 16, 2015
The Attorney you want by your side for any Rhode Island legal matter!!!
James is professional and keeps on top of things for you. I was referred by a friend to use him and we worked together to have my case dismissed and most importantly my record was cleared. I highly recommend him to handle any of your Rhode Island legal problems. He gets the job done the right way!!!
James E Smith Esq's Lawyer Endorsements
"Devoted, dedicated, and tough. This man is a professional from one end of the courtroom to the other. I endorse him and expect nothing but the best from him, because I know that is what he delivers."
"I have watched Jim win a "NOT GUILTY" verdict for his client, who was accused of illegally possessing a firearm. Jim's strategy in that case was brilliant and it paid off. I have also watched Jim negotiate a resolution in an arson case that kept his client out of jail. If you want a lawyer who can do it all- negotiations or a trial- James Smith is the one to call."
"James is a hard working lawyer, who will fight hard for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Arrested? Indicted? Under investigation? Stop talking to your friends and the police and call Jim ASAP. He was a tough Marine; he is a tougher criminal defense lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. James Smith is tough, aggressive, hard nosed and cares about his clients."
"Jimmy is a talented, intelligent, hard-working, dedicated criminal defense attorney, who I am honored to call a colleague and friend. He does everything within his power to get the best results possible for his clients, and does so in a professional, respectable manner. We have worked together in the past to combine our resources for the better of our clients, and I look forward to working with him again in the future. I would gladly recommend Attorney James Smith for criminal defense in Rhode Island."
"I proudly endorse Jim Smith. I met and worked with him extensively on jury trial training in Macon, GA for 2 straight weeks. His legal acumen and insight is second to none. His communication skills are outstanding and his "warrior ethos" in the courtroom is a constant reminder of him being a fellow Marine. Outstanding lawyer. I would highly recommend him if I had a friend in need of top-notch legal defense in Rhode Island."
"I endorse this lawyer. He works hard for his clients and immerses himself in the law. He is diligent and dedicated to protecting his clients' interests."
"Attorney Jim Smith and I have been co-counsel on numerous cases together and he has always impressed me with his passion and dedication. Attorney Smith will go to battle for his clients!"
"I endorse this lawyer. James is a highly skilled Rhode Island Criminal Defense Lawyer. He is a respected member of the criminal defense community who I recommend without hesitation for any Rhode Island criminal charges."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of James E. Smith
2006 - 2008
Vice President, ICAP
Associations
2015 - Present
New York County Bar Association
2008 - Present
Rhode Island Bar Association
2008 - Present
New York State Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Not Guilty by Jury
Not Guilty by Jury
Drugs & Gun Charges Dismissed
All charges Dismissed except Conspiracy
Marijuana Arrest by the Bristol Rhode Island Police
Case DISMISSED
Narragansett Rhode Island Police DUI Arrest
DUI and Breathalyzer Refusal DISMISSED
Rhode Island State Police Arrest
Case DISMISSED
Warwick Rhode Island DUI Arrest
Charges reduced from DUI to Reckless Driving
Education
2012
Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law
National Criminal Defense College
2001
Roger Williams University, Ralph R. Papitto School of Law
Juris Doctor
1997
Providence College
Bachelor of Science
Publications
2011
RI Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog
How to Handle a DUI Stop in Rhode Island
2010
RI Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog
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Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I been charged for indecent solicitation of a minor What's my change to win the case
27 Sep 2015
Q&A
At the Superior court level, what does it mean when the pretrial conference changes from a judge to a magistrate?
05 Aug 2015
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What are the chances that my fiance's DUI charge will affect our wedding/honeymoon plans?
20 Jul 2015