Michael Brandon Smith

Michael Brandon Smith

also known as M. Brandon Smith, Brandon Smith

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Defective and dangerous products Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Defective and Dangerous Products

1932 North Druid Hills Road, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in West Virginia for 14 years

State: West Virginia

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 16 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 21 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2004

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Childers, Schlueter & Smith, LLC

1932 North Druid Hills Road, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA, 30319

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Michael Brandon Smith's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2010 | Car Accidents

Need A Great Attorney

I would recommend Mr. Smith to anyone. He was very knowledgeable about auto accidents and told me what I could expect concerning my claim. He left it up to me if I wanted to settle or continue to persue. I was in control! I didn't feel mislead in any way. Check him out before you see anyone else and... especially before you talk to the other party involved in your case.

Posted by anonymous | June 01, 2009 | Personal Injury

M. Brandon Smith

I would highly recommend using Mr. Smith. His knowledge of the the insurance industry and their procedures for resolving these types of cases is impressive. He has successfully resolved two separate personal injury cases for me. He was able to resolve both cases in a timely manner with large ...settlements awarded to me from the insurance companies. His personal attention goes above and beyond what I expected. After the first accident I wasn't sure how to begin the process of settling with the insurance company. He took all of the headache and worry away from me and handled it from beginning to end. It was such a relief to have an attorney that I knew had the situation under control. After my second accident, my family contacted him because I wasn't able due to my injuries. He provided them with advice on how to work with the hospital (as it related to my health insurance coverage) and the person responsible for the accident. I was so thankful that he had been able to give my family peace of mind during a very stressful time. It allowed them to focus on getting me transported back to my home state for further treatment. Once again he handled the situation from beginning to end. He took all of the worry away from me while he worked both cases. I was not contacted directly by the person responsible for the accident or the insurance companies. He spoke with all of them on my behalf which allowed me to concentrate on getting well. Mr. Smith goes the extra mile that you don't expect.

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Michael Brandon Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joel McClellan

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Brandon is very knowledgeable in the field of products liability. I highly recommend you give him a call if you have been injured because of a defective or dangerous product."

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Craig Kelley

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brandon's experience in multi-district litigation with the medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers is second to none."

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Christopher Hudson

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brandon has my unqualified endorsement. In my opinion, he is an expert on products liability law. He is also well-regarded among the legal community."

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Andrew Lynch

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Gilbert

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have learned a great deal from Brandon, particularly on defective medical products. He has a wealth of talent."

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Nathaniel Hansford

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Brandon Smith. He is a very effective lawyer who understands very complex legal issues. His results speak for themselves."

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Aaron Marks

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Smith is the "go-to" lawyer when my clients suffer from defective pharmaceuticals and medical devices. I know I can rely on Brian's intelligence, wisdom, and common-sense. I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Swanson

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've gotten to know Brandon well through the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association over the last several years. In addition to his strong committment to representing injured plaintiffs, Brandon has proved himself to be a highly skilled advocate. Brandon is well-respected amongst plaintiffs' lawyers and I strongly recommend his services to those with a potential products liability claim."

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Jeffrey Weinstein

Car accident lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael is a fellow member with me on the Injury Board. I'm proud to be associated with such great lawyers all over the Country like Michael and his partners. I endorse Michael and his firm without any reservation. A great choice for a lawyer."

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Brian Craig

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Brandon. Brandon is the first attorney I call anytime I have a question and he always has an articulate, well thought out answer. I have also had the pleasure of referring a few clients to Brandon and his firm on a products recall case. Brandon was able to obtain favorable results for the clients and they all said how professional he was in his dealings."

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Joshua Madsen

Personal injury lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Smith is a great resource for my practice, as he is always quick to answer a question when I need it. He is thought of as an outstanding trial lawyer in our legal community."

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Adam Taylor

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Brandon since college and he has always exuded the utmost integrity, honesty and commitment to his causes. I never hesitate to refer a case to Brandon because i know the client will have one of the best legal advocates in Atlanta by their side."

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Andrew Speaker

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend this attorney and have had the pleasure of working with him in the past. His is very professional, hard working and dedicated to his clients."

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Suzanne Prescott

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Brandon is an excellent, caring attorney!"

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John Hadden

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Brandon since law school and I highly recommend him. His experience, early in his career, as an assistant district attorney gave him the opportunity to learn vital trial skills in the courtroom, which are unfortunately lacking in many civil litigators. This gives him an edge on many other personal injury attorneys with far more years of experience. I would not hesitate to refer others to him."

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Thomas Young

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brandon is a leader on the national scene of plaintiff lawyers. Not only is he active in the American Association for Justice, but he also works closely with InjuryBoard.com to educate consumers about dangerous products. Brandon is one of the most accomplished lawyers of his age when it comes to litigation involving pharmaceutical drugs. I would feel very comfortable sending a friend or family member to Brandon for legal assistance. I strongly endorse Brandon's work ethic and professionlism. He and his firm get great results for their clients."

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David Rich

Class action lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Friend

"Brandon Smith is a highly effective attorney and advocate. He cares deeply for his clients needs and works tirelessly to see their interests are protected. I've known Brandon for over seven (7) years and he is highly respected amongst his peers in the bar for his credibility, commitment to his clients, and his unyielding integrity."

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Anthony Kalka

Class action lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Brandon has always obtained fantastic results for his clients. His professionalism and compassion rise are extraordinary. Brandon is a highly trained lawyer who possesses great skill in the court room. I would highly recommend Brandon to all looking for a quality attorney to handle a catastrophic injury matter"

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Darrell Sutton

Personal injury lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Craig Kelley

Personal injury lawyer

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Christopher Hudson

Personal injury lawyer

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Brian Craig

Personal injury lawyer

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Joshua Madsen

Personal injury lawyer

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John Houghton

Trucking accident lawyer

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Adam Taylor

Personal injury lawyer

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Andrew Goldner

Personal injury lawyer

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Andrew Speaker

Personal injury lawyer

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John Hadden

Personal injury lawyer

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Suzanne Prescott

Family lawyer

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Jon Lewis

Personal injury lawyer

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Anthony Kalka

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyer (Georgia), The National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2013

Super Lawyer Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyer (Georgia), The National Trial Lawyers

2012

Outstanding Service Award, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

2012

Officer Award-Secretary, American Association for Justice, New Lawyers Division

2012

Member Induction, Melvin M. Belli Society

2011

YLD Leadership Academy, Georgia State Bar

2011

Excellence Award, American Association for Justice, New Lawyers Division

2010

Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Excellence Award, American Association for Justice, New Lawyers Division

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, Childers, Schlueter & Smith, LLC

2004 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney-Prosecutor, Newton County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America

Board of Trustees

2012 - Present

Civil Justice Foundation

Board of Trustees

2012 - Present

Melvin M. Belli Society

Member

2012 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, New Lawyers Division

Immediate Past Chair

2012 - Present

American Association for Justice, New Lawyers Division

Executive Committee-Treasurer

2011 - Present

Mass Torts Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

American Association for Justice Board of Governor-Georgia

2010 - Present

Buckhead Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Lawyers Club of Atlanta

Member

2009 - Present

American Association for Justice, New Lawyers Division

Board of Governors

2009 - Present

American Association for Justice-Nursing Home Litigation Committee

2009 - Present

American Association for Justice-Reglan Litigation Committee

2008 - Present

Southern Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - Present

North Metro Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2005 - Present

InjuryBoard

Attorney Member

2005 - Present

American Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

Georgia Personal Injury

2005 - Present

Georgia State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Member

2005 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Membership Committee

2004 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2011 - 2012

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Chair of NLD

2011 - 2012

American Association for Justice (New Lawyers Division)

Executive Committee-Secretary

2010 - 2011

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association-NLD

Membership Chair

2010 - 2011

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association-New Lawyers Division

Chair Elect

2009 - 2011

American Association for Justice, New Lawyers Division

Co-Chair For NLD State Board of Governors

2003 - 2004

Journal of Intellectual Property Law

Executive Editor

2002 - 2003

University of Georgia School of Law

2L Class President

2001 - 2002

University of Georgia School of Law

1L Vice President (Y)

Sample of Legal Cases

Jane Doe v. Pharmaceutical Company

Confidential Settlement Prior To Trial

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Education

2004

University of Georgia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Georgia, Athens

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Advanced Depositions

2013

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Invited Speaker

2012

Secrets To A Successful Plaintiff's Personal Injury Practice

Mass Torts-Drugs and Medical Devices

2012

Paralegal and Legal Assistant Workshop

Co-Chair and Moderator

2012

2012 Plaintiff's Practice

Products Liability and Seminar Co-Chair

2011

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Seminar

Handling Mass Torts

2011

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Law Firm Management Seminar

2010

Mass Torts Made Perfect

Mass Torts-Master of Ceremonies

2010

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Holiday Seminar

Personal Injury Seminar Co-Chair

2009

InjuryBoard

Mass Torts-Stevens Johnson Syndrome

2009

InjuryBoard

Mass Torts-Reglan

2009

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Current And Emerging Mass Torts

2009

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Identifying Medical Products Cases

2009

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Effective Depositions

Publications

Languages

English

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