Dennis R. Smith

Dennis R. Smith

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 14 years

Personal injury Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Brain Injury ... +4 more

5 Penn Plaza, Floor 19, New York, NY

About Dennis

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 14 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2012

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Dennis Smith, PC

5 Penn Plaza, Floor 19, New York, NY, 10001

Law Offices of Dennis Smith PC

555 Broadhollow Road, Suite 401, Melville, NY, 11747

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Dennis R. Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Excellent experience

I recently worked with Dennis Smith after I broke my ankle playing softball, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the help I received. From the very beginning, they were compassionate, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable. They took the time to explain every step of the legal process, answered all ...my questions, and made sure I felt supported throughout the entire case. Their professionalism and dedication resulted in a smooth experience and an outcome that far exceeded my expectations. What could have been a stressful and overwhelming situation was made manageable thanks to their guidance and expertise. I highly recommend Dennis Smith to anyone in need of a skilled and caring attorney. Truly top-notch service.

Posted by Kayla | June 05, 2025

No fluff, just results.

Dennis is a wealth of knowledge. He genuinely cares for each of his clients and their personal cases. If you're looking to partner with a lawyer that will fight for you until the end, get you the results you seek, Dennis is who you need to work with.

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Wealth of knowledge

Excellent from beginning to end. Was in constant communication with me and got me way more money than expected.

Posted by anonymous | November 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Dennis R. Smith 110%

I hired Mr. Smith following a head injury that unfortunately has had lingering effects. From the very beginning, and throughout the litigation process (5+ years!), Mr. Smith demonstrated a high level of knowledge, professionalism and transparency, as it pertained to my case. He never made a promise h...e couldn’t keep and no questions were ever left unanswered- these expectations were set early on and maintained throughout. I greatly appreciated being updated every step of the way, whether by phone, email, letter, virtually or at in-person meetings. Ultimately, the end-result exceeded our expectations, which I believe is due in large part to the guidance of Mr. Dennis Smith, Esq.

Posted by Gloria | November 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Honest, caring and efficient attorney !

I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Mr. Dennis Smith, an exceptional legal professional who tirelessly advocated for my case. Following a serious accident at a Queens, NY shopping center that caused a broken shoulder and stitches on my eyebrow, I faced initial rejection from the opposing attorneys. H...owever, Mr. Smith’s unwavering determination and legal acumen were truly remarkable. His expertise and strategic approach not only moved my case forward but also resulted in a complete overturning of the initial decision. This led to a substantial compensation that exceeded all my expectations. Mr. Smith’s dedication to my case, coupled with his in-depth knowledge of the law and persuasive advocacy, underscored his exceptional skills as a lawyer. His commitment to securing justice and his unwavering support throughout the legal process were invaluable. I have the utmost confidence in recommending Mr. Smith to anyone seeking a highly skilled, dedicated, and compassionate lawyer.

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Dennis R. Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jurianne Franqui

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred individuals to him and he has handled their cases with the utmost professionalism. I would highly recommend Dennis Smith."

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Andrew Weitz

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2021

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Associations

2023 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2023 - Present

Brain Injury Association of New York

Member

2023 - Present

The Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists (ACBIS)

Certified Brain Injury Specialist

2022 - Present

New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers

Member

2021 - Present

Brain Injury Association of New York

Member

2017 - Present

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

New York Construction Accident Lawyer Recovers $1,350,000 for Injured Union Worker

$1,350,000

New York Construction Accident Lawyer Secures $1,750,000 Settlement for Injured Union Worker

$1,750,000

New York Construction Accident Lawyer Recovers $500,000 for Undocumented Worker

$500,000

New York Car Crash Lawyer Secures $110,000 Settlement for Red Light Violation Accident

$110,000

New York Slip and Fall Lawyer Obtains $2,500,000 for Client in Negligence Case

$2,500,000

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Education

N/A

St. John's University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Spanish

Korean

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