$ 375-375 per hour
Matthew Westcott Smith
also known as Matt Smith, Matthew W. Smith
About Matthew
Biography
AV-Rated (Preeminent) in Business Law, Litigation and General Practice by the Martindale-Hubbell Peer-review System.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 26 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 16 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
OTEY SMITH & QUARLES
485 McLaws Circle, Williamsburg, VA, 23185
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Practice Areas
Business (8)
Lawsuits & Disputes (5)
Contracts & Agreements (3)
Corporate & Incorporation (2)
Debt Collection (1)
Divorce & Separation (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Estate Planning (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
Litigation (1)
Medical Malpractice (1)
Mergers & Acquisitions (1)
Personal Injury (1)
Probate (1)
Real Estate (1)
Residential (1)
Trucking Accident (1)
Trusts (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Sheila | November 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Business
A small business owner recommends Matthew Smith for legal services.
Matthew Smith was recommended by a friend to assist me in the legalities of starting a small business. From my first call to Matthew, I have been very pleased with his professionalism and knowledge. His advice and help made the initial business start up process much easier. Anytime I have a questio...
Posted by Victor | June 09, 2015
Learning The Law!
I was very well informed about my case and understood the law from the beginning to the end. The Internet is a wonderful thing and I would get messages from Matt as often as necessary by e-mail. I would get copies of all documentation in real time so that I have the same records that he has. If and w...
Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2015 | Business
Trustworthy, knowledgeable, and responsive attorney.
I was referred to Matt by a friend of mine who works at the law school at Wiliam & Mary. He has provided my company with sound advice whenever we have needed it. I feel more confident about the manner in which I run my business knowing that Matt is available for help, especially when complex human re...
Posted by Steve | May 27, 2015 | Business
Excellent Attorney
Matt Smith is very knowledgeable in a variety of areas of law. As a business owner he has handled many different cases for my companies. He is extremely responsive to our needs and presents options that best fit scenarios. He has always been very realistic about expected outcomes. I would highly ...
Posted by Amy flipping Waltrip | May 21, 2015 | Personal Injury
Worst lawyer
A truck hit me because of not stopping at a stop sign. my arm is injured and I still have not heard anything from this lawyer who is supposed to be representing me. No insurance money so I can go to the doctor. yeah I would say worst lawyer ever and really dose not care about helping clients. Reminds...
Matthew Smith
Replied last May 21, 2015We are sorry that you feel this way and wish you luck in the future. Best wishes. Matt Smith
Matthew Westcott Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked closely with Matt and highly recommend him."
"I have known Matt Smith for a number of years and have had the opportunity to work with him in the profession. He is very talented, and has earned a good reputation in the legal community for his abilities, and professionalism."
"Mr. Smith is a law school classmate and friend. His integrity and honesty are unassailable. I frequently use him as a sounding board for issues that are troubling me in my practice. I would highly recommend him both as a litigator and as a business counselor."
"I endorse this lawyer."
William Bray
Business lawyer
Donald Greene
Litigation lawyer
Alexander Powell
Estate planning lawyer
Michael Ware
Litigation lawyer
Stephen Robertson
Litigation lawyer
Jeremy Johnson
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Top Lawyer of Coastal Virginia, Coastal Virginia Magazine
2010
Meritorious Service Medal, US Army
2008
Defense Meritorious Service Medal, U.S. Department of Defense
2007
Iraq Campaign Medal, U.S. Army
2007
Combat Action Badge, US Army
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Division Commander, US Coast Guard Auxiliary
2010 - Present
Partner, Otey Smith & Quarles Attorneys
2010 - 2017
Adjunct Professor of Law, William & Mary Law School
2006 - 2010
Of Counsel, Kaufman & Canoles, PC
2001 - 2010
Judge Advocate, Virginia Army National Guard
1999 - 2006
Partner, Jones Blechman Woltz & Kelly, PC
Associations
1999 - Present
Virginia State BarActive Member
2016 - 2018
Williamsburg Bar AssociationPresident
2008 - 2019
Williamsburg Bar AssociationBoard Member
2008 - 2025
National Ski PatrolAlpine Patroller
2004 - 2011
Military Law Section, Virginia State BarChair (2010-2011)
Education
1999
College of William & Mary
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
State University of New York at Buffalo
PhD - Doctorate
1990
State University of New York at Buffalo
M.A.
1988
Excelsior College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Virginia Army National Guard Annual JAG Conference
Legal Ethics for Military Lawyers
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Plaintiff purposely stalling divorce.
16 Sep 2015
Q&A
Jury in divorce hearing
31 Jul 2015
Q&A
Should transactions between a parent company and a disregarded subsidiary be done at arms-length?
22 Jul 2015