Allen D. Smith

Allen D. Smith

4.8
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 38 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Fayetteville, NC
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Social Security

309 Person Street, Fayetteville, NC

About Allen

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Workers Compensation 50%

23 years | 500 cases

50%
Personal Injury 25%

motor vehicle collisions, dog bites, wrongful death, workers comp third party claims if hurt in vehicle while on the job, wrongful death, premises liability

39 years | 1,000 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 38 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Allen D. Smith

309 Person Street, Fayetteville, NC, 28301

Smith, Dickey & Dempster P.A.

3202 North Main Street, Suite 108, Hope Mills, NC, 28348

Smith, Dickey & Dempster P.A.

411 East 2nd Street, Lumberton, NC, 28358

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Allen D. Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

5 star (5) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent!

Local ties, honest and very good

Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Attorney

We have been using Allen for years,he has always got a good outcome on every case he has handled for us. Would recommend him to anyone looking for honest attorney that wins. Allen is second to no one, the support staff he surrounded himself with is also great.

Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

WC case

I consulted with and hired Mr. SMITH FOR MY WC case. He has been very helpful.

Posted by Jacqueline | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Best!

Mr. Smith is a very professional and knowledgeable attorney. He is kind and attentive. His assistant, Elizabeth, is a great asset to the firm. Allen Smith is able to handle any legal needs.

Posted by Stacy | February 27, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Allen Smith Review

Mr. Smith has been nothing but professional and proficient in all my dealings with him over the past 25 years. He and his firm have handled a number of cases for me personally as well as helping to serve my clients as well. In each case he has been insightful and straightforward. I would use and r...ecommend Allen and his firm again.

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Allen D. Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Fiala

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Smith had been in practice a long time and his experience is unquestionable. He really works hard to get the results his clients deserve. Mr. Smith is a Senior Partner at our law firm, and to me mentor, peer and co-worker. On a daily bases I can see the astounding amount off effort, care and wisdom he puts into his clients cases. If you have an issue do not hesitate to call on Mr. Smith."

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Andrew Dickens

Unknown lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Channika Desilva

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Smith is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice."

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Mark Sternlicht

Car accident lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Allen is an excellent, trustworthy attorney who works hard for his clients."

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Andrew Dempster

Car accident lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

1993

President, Cumberland County Young Lawyers Association

1992

Vice- President, Cumberland County Young Lawyers Association

1980

Co-Captain, Terry Sanford Senior High Basketball Team

1979

Named Co-Chairman of Racial Reconciation Committee, Terry Sanford High School

1978

Most Valuable Player, Terry Sanford Junior Varsity Basketball Team

Work Experience

1987 - Present

Partner, Smith, Dickey & Dempster, PA

Associations

2017 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Education Committee

2006 - Present

The Liberty Center (Christian Counseling Center)

Board of Directors

2005 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Workers Compensation Section

1987 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

1987 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

1995 - 1996

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Auto Torts Section

Co-chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Burn Case

Confidential Settlement

Trucking Case,

$ 950,000

Stock Fraud Case

Confidential

Cruiseline Brain Injury Case

$ 4,000,000

Orthopedic Malpractice

Confidential Settlement

Birth Brain Injury

$2,000,000

Road Construction Case

Settlment in Excess of $ 1 million

Birth Brain Injury

$ 2,000,0000 settlement just prior to trial

Nursing Home Case

Settled

Birth Brain Injury Case

2.5 million

Nursing Home Case

$ 850,000

Insurance Litigation

Settled During Trial

Nursing Home Case

Settled during trial for $ 450,000

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Education

1987

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of North Carolina

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2004

The Trial of a Soft Tissue Injury Case

Overview of Soft Tissue Case, Co- Chair

1997

Jury Selection in Personal Injury Cases

Jury Voire Dire in Personal Injury Cases

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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