Jason Scott Smith
also known as J. Scott Smith
About Jason
Biography
J. Scott Smith is a native of North Carolina. Born in Greensboro and raised in Northern Davidson County throughout the school year and Kernersville in the summers, Mr. Smith loves being at home in North Carolina. After graduating from high school, Mr. Smith attended Davidson County Community College where he earned an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Criminal Justice. After graduating, he was accepted to the Criminal Justice program at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. After some soul searching, Mr. Smith decided that law enforcement was not what he wanted to do. He decided instead to chase his dreams of becoming a professional musician. This did not pan out. However, Mr. Smith did get to showcase his talent and band for Warner Bros. at a stadium show in Jacksonville, NC in front of ten thousand event goers. He also showcased for Atlantic Records in New York's famed C.B.G.B.s before it closed. His group also made number 87 nationally in the "active rock" category. After coming to the close of his musical quest and graduating from Guilford College in Greensboro with an A.B. in English, Mr. Smith decided to go to law school. In August 2003, Mr. Smith began law school at Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, Florida. He graduated with his Juris Doctor in December 2005. Mr. Smith moved back to North Carolina shortly after graduation and opened Lawsmith in Kernersville in June 2007. After over 3 years of practicing law in Kernersville, Mr. Smith decided to move his practice to Winston-Salem, where it is currently located. In 2013, Mr. Smith opened another office in Greensboro, North Carolina and hired Josh Lopez as an associate attorney. Mr. Smith is an active D.W.I. practitioner and is a member of the National College of D.U.I. Defense Lawyers.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-45%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 19 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
LAWSMITH, The Law Offices of J. Scott Smith, PLLC
1605 Westbrook Plaza Drive, Suite 303, Winston-salem, NC, 27103
LAWSMITH, The Law Offices of J. Scott Smith, PLLC
204 Muirs Chapel Road, Suite 104, Greensboro, NC, 27410
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Jason Scott Smith's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
28 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by James | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Exceeded My Expectations
I've required the services of quite a few lawyers over the years, and none have compared to J. Scott Smith. He is sharp, knowledgeable, and incredibly well prepared. I would recommend him to anyone in need of legal counsel.
Posted by Travis | April 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Smart, Confident and Reliable Attorney
My experience was exceptionally great considering the circumstances of my case. Scott was there to assist me with any questions or concerns and responded with confident and clear answers. We also took plenty of time to discuss my case and prepare for our court date with constant updates. Both his ass...
Posted by Olivia | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce
I called based on great reviews I read prior to my divorce. Upon my first conversation, I felt assured this was who I needed to get the divorce done properly. I went in to begin the process for my divorce (everyone was knowledgeable about the legal processes) and the timeline was very smooth. I was ...
Posted by David | January 24, 2015 | DUI & DWI
All charges dismissed!!
after I was charged with a dwi,I began to lawyer shop, and I made a few appointments with several respected attorneys even though I didn't have any money. When I met Scott and Dan my wife and I felt very confident right away that they were the team I needed. They were willing to take there time to l...
Posted by Rick | April 29, 2014 | Criminal Defense
BEST FIRM EVER!
In February and March 2014 I was arrested for multiple harass phone calls, a communcating a threat, and a 50 b. Scott Smith handled each charge with the up most respect and got everything dismissed including the 50 b. I would refere him and everyone in his firm to handle any case I may ever have in ...
Jason Scott Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am impressed with Mr. Smith's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
"Scott is a fellow member of the National College of DUI Defense and has proven his commitment to his clients and his profession as evidenced by his active participation in advanced education and specialized training."
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"I endorse Jason. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I'm happy to endorse Attorney Scott Smith. Mr. Smith works constantly to stay in front of new developments in the law, to sharpen his sharpen his courtroom skills and to advocate effectively for his clients. I met Mr. Smith several years ago at one of the many national conferences he attends and it has always been clear that he's devoted to his practice, passionate about his cases and constant in his desire to provide the best legal representation possible. I can recommend Attorney Scott Smith without reservation."
"I would recommend Mr. Smith without hesitation. I often look to him when I am brainstorming representing my own DWI clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. If there's one thing I could say about Scott, it would be that he will fight tooth and nail to get the best possible result for his client, even if the odds are stacked against him."
"Mr. Smith is a true scholar in criminal defense. We had the opportunity to work together on a case in Onslow County and I was impressed with his expansive knowledge on the subject. Mr. Smith has the ability to identify subtle details that will make the difference in his client's case. I hope to work with him again."
"I have had the opportunity to work closely with Mr. Smith and get to know him as a fellow practitioner and a personal friend. He is a very knowledgeable and dedicated attorney who works tirelessly for his clients while maintaining a high level of professionalism. I have a large amount of respect for Mr. Smith and would recommend him to anyone seeking to retain legal counsel, especially to those persons charged with crimes related to or involving impaired driving."
"Scott is an excellent lawyer. He has incredible trial skills and takes the time to listen and fight for his clients. I have seen him in action and he really has a love for the law and a tenacity in court that is unmatched. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is a fine attorney who is not afraid to battle in the courtroom. It is a pleasure to know him as a colleague and friend."
"I have known Scott throughout his legal career, and had the opportunity to see his unique genius at work. This has given me the opportunity to see how much creativity he brings when defending a case. On more than one occasion I have used some of his creative defenses when helping my own clients. It is this creativity and passion for the law that makes Scott excel at what he does, and brings the results he achieves in his cases."
"Very knowledgeable in DWI defense. Great fighter in the courtroom!"
"I recently served as Chair to an NCAJ Continuing Legal Education. Got to hang out with Jason; put simply, he's a SUPER nice guy. Not only was he engaging during the seminar, Jason was kind enough to sponor or otherwise pay for some of our subjects to attend and serve as our "subjects." Great guy."
"Mr. Smith is an incredibly knowledgeable and passionate attorney. He brings a unique combination of know-how, determination, experience, and passion to the table. This is particularly true in the area of DWI Defense. When I have a question about one of my DWI cases, Mr. Smith is the first person I call. In today's legal climate, you have multiple choices to make when deciding on legal representation. Most of the time clients have no idea who they are hiring. When you hire Mr. Smith, you are hiring a well-seasoned attorney who will fight tooth and nail for your best interests. If you are seeking the get the most bang for your buck, your search is over."
"To be a successful DUI litigator, one has to possess the requisite reputation, knowledge, and experience in order to win. These are the raw materials for success. But mostly, an attorney has to have guts--- and lots of it. I am here to share with you that Attorney Smith has all of this. He is a true trial attorney and advocate of the first order. He has the needed reputation, knowledge, and experience---- and guts. He is also utterly trustworthy. I trust him. I know you will too."
"Talented attorney."
"I have observed Scott on several occasions in Guilford County courts. I frequently refer clients with matters in counties that I do not serve to him."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Nation's Top Attorneys Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
DUIDLA Charleston Seminar, DUIDLA
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
10 Best by State Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2016
Top 100 DWI Attorneys State of North Carolina, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2016
10 Best by State Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best by State Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2015
National Interstate Trucking Conference, APITLA
2015
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
10 Best By State Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2015
2015 NTL Summit, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
10 Best by State Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
DWI Scientific and Technical Topics, Drugs and Alcohol Risk Management
2015
The DWI Seminar, Drugs and Alcohol Risk Management
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Mastering Scientific Evidence, NCDD & TCDLA
2015
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2015
Premier 100, American Academy of Trial Attorneys
2015
2015 Summer Session at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2015
Top 100 DWI Attorneys State of North Carolina, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014
10 Best by State Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2014
Top 100 DWI Attorneys State of North Carolina, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014
Top Lawyer, Global Directory of Who's Who
2014
DWI Means Defend with Ingenuity, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2014
2014 Summer Session at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2014
10 Best by State Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2014
10 Best By State Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
2014 Texas Regional Seminar Voir Dire, Trial Lawyer's College
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 40 under 40, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
2013 Summer Session at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2013
DWI Means Defend With Ingenuity, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2013
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
2012 DWI Means Defend With Ingenuity CLE, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2012
2012 Summer Session at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2012
Advanced DWI Adding Depth to the Defense, North Carolina Advocates for Justice
2012
U. S. Supreme Court Bar Admission, United States Supreme Court
2011
2011 Summer Session at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2011
Understanding and Defending Drug Recognition Expert Cases, Drugs and Alcohol Risk Management
2011
New & Creative Ideas for Winning DWI Trials:Preparing for Battle, North Carolina Advocates for Justice
2011
Defending DWI & Traffic Stops From An Ex-Cop's Perspective!, Asset Seminars and SBI Seminars
2011
ARIDE, Drugs and Alcohol Risk Management
2010
1st Annual Virginia EC/IR II Seminar, Michael C. Tillotson, LLC
2010
Advanced DWI: Challenging and Using Expert Witnesses & Testimony, North Carolina Advocates for Justice
2009
NHTSA 24 hour Standardized Field Sobriety Tests Practitioner, Drugs and Alcohol Risk Management
2004
Dan Certificate, World Taekwondo Headquarters
2003
Best Oral Argument For Petitioner, Florida Coastal School of Law
1995
Law Enforcement Skills Familiarization, Davidson County Community College
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Member/Manager, LAWSMITH, The Law Offices of J. Scott Smith, PLLC
2006 - 2006
Summer Adjunct Criminal Law Professor, High Point University
Associations
2014 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationFounding Member
2014 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationState Ambassador
2013 - Present
International Association of Arson InvestigatorsMember
2012 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2009 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member
2009 - Present
Forsyth County Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Association
2008 - Present
American Association for Justice
2007 - Present
American Bar Association
2007 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association
2007 - Present
Forsyth County Bar Association
2007 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
2015 - 2017
Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of AmericaMember
2015 - 2015
American Association of Premier DUI AttorneysFounding Member
Sample of Legal Cases
DISMISSED
DWI dismissed at close of State's case
DISMISSED
DISMISSED
DWI DISMISSED
DISMISSED
DISMISSED
DISMISSED
NOT GUILTY
Motion to Suppress allowed
DISMISSED
civil revocation rescended
DISMISSED
DISMISSED
DISMISSED
Case DISMISSED at the close of all evidence
DISMISSED
Not Guilty
NOT GUILTY
DISMISSED
Case DISMISSED
Motion allowed; case dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed at the close of State's case
NOT GUILTY
Case DISMISSED; Motion to Suppress Allowed
Case DISMISSED
Case DISMISSED
Guilty plea to two misdemeanors no jail no registry
Not Guilty
Education
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
A.B.
1997
A.A.S.
Speaking Engagements
2009
Strategies in Defending DWI Cases in North Carolina
Publications
2015
2009
Languages
English
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
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15 Jun 2010
At what age in North Carolina can a child decide not to stay with a noncustodial parent?
23 Apr 2010
I was charged with a misdemeanor larceny in forsyth county. what am i facing up against in court as a first time offender no rec
23 Apr 2010