I was referred to Ryan Smith from a friend regarding a DUI charge in 2014. I did phone consultations with 5 of the most respected DUI lawyers in the Charlotte / Mecklenburg area with Ryan being my 5th call. The first 4 calls I made to other attorneys left me feeling like they wanted my money to sig...n a retainer and get me off the phone as quick as possible, whether that meant telling me what I wanted to hear or just being short. As soon as I got on the phone with Ryan he asked about my background, and a FULL description of what happened that night. I could tell Ryan was taking very detailed notes and picking my brain for angles of the case while they were still fresh on my mind. I got the feeling that Ryan was beginning to formulate my defense while I was on my free phone consultation; very impressive. Ryan spent over an hour on the phone with me without asking for a commitment or pressuring me to sign anything. This kind of relaxed and professional communication was what Ryan provided throughout the entire process (11 months).
Ryan consistently communicated with me every step of the way to ensure I understood what was going on, how it could impact me and our case, and what our plan was moving forward. Ryan made me feel like I was his only client and top priority, but I know this wasn't the case as he had many clients he was handling at the same time, I assume with the same focus and attention he devoted to me.
In the end, Ryan got my case dismissed and also got a NCDMV refusal suspension dismissed as well. Hands down, the best result that could have occurred. "Like it never even happened." I have nothing but praises to speak about Ryan Smith, his relaxed but professional attitude, and legal knowledge that resulted in the dismissal of my charges.