Michael Henry Smith

Michael Henry Smith

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Savannah, GA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate ... +3 more

7393 Hodgson Memorial Dr. Suite 202, Savannah, GA

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Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Elder Law 30%

We help older clients plan for long term care, protect their assets and advise them about Medicaid, Veterans' Aid and Attendance and other government benefits.

17 years

30%
Estate Planning 30%

We focus on helping families protect their assets and non-financial legacies for future generations. We also assist families with Special Needs family members plan for their long term care.

29 years | 300 cases

30%
Business 10%

We help companies and entrepreneurs with a broad range of business-related legal services. We work closely with CPAs, business consultants, insurance agents and others to make sure that our clients have access to the resources they need.

29 years

10%
Guardianship 10%

If you find yourself in the difficult position of needing to protect a loved one by taking over his or her health, safety, or financial decision-making, we're here to help. We have experience and we're here to walk you through the entire process.

14 years

10%
Medicaid and Medicare 10%

We help our clients navigate the the complications of qualifying for medicaid if they are over the asset limit or do not meet other financial requirements.

14 years

10%
Probate 10%

We help families navigate the process of wrapping things up after the death of a loved one by providing counseling, advice and representation in trust administration or the probate courts.

29 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 29 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1996

Active Member in Good Standing

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Location

Law Offices of Michael Henry Smith

7393 Hodgson Memorial Dr. Suite 202, Savannah, GA, 31406

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Michael Henry Smith's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Probate

Posted by Judson | February 25, 2010 | Probate

Michael Smith is an excellent attorney.

Mr. Smith handled a complicated probate matter for my wife and I last year. We were completely satisfied with the quality of his work and the professional, prompt manner in which it was performed. I highly recommend Mr. Smith.

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Michael Henry Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mathew Limsky

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike and I worked together on a complex project for several years. The depths of his knowledge in elder law and matters concerning trusts is enviable. When combined with his willingness to leverage technology in a conservative and informed manner, Mike provides quality results efficiently. I highly recommend Mike and sincerely appreciate his advice and guidance."

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Victoria Collier

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike and his partner, Richard, are pillars in their community and I am glad that as a fellow lawyer, I can have confidence in referring my clients to them when I have the need in Savannah."

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Jamie Casino

Unknown lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Casino Law Group endorses this lawyer."

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John Strother

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a very conscientious attorney. He takes the time to get to know his clients on an individual basis. This allows him to personally tailor an estate plan which addresses their unique circumstances. Mike works tirelessly to stay up to the minute in the changing field of estate law. He stays in touch with his clients to make sure they are able to take advantage of any change in the state or federal law. I highly recommend this attorney."

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M. Wiles

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse Michael Smith. Mike is an outstanding attorney who puts his clients first. He is an invaluable resource to those who have had the pleasure to work with him. His practice is on the forefront of caring for clients and successfully implementing complex legal strategies in order to protect clients and their families."

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Cory Lancaster

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is an outstanding attorney. He provides high quality legal advice and service to his clients."

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Birney Bull

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael and his partner Richard are the "go to" guys on the legal details of estate planning in Savannah! Great guys!"

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Kenneth Johnson

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Mike for over 15 years and I have always found him to be diligent, ethical and well-versed in the law. I refer many of my clients in need of estate planning services to him."

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Howard Spiva

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike Smith is an excellent attorney. He focuses his practice in the area of Estate Planning, Entities and Real Estate. He and his partner Richard provide very valuable assistance to the public through their free seminars and hosting a local radio show. To show my confidence in his abilities we often refer clients to both Mike and Richard. I lend him my professional and personal enforcement. Make it a great day! Howard Spiva"

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Richard Barid

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"Michael is a detail-oriented attorney who works hard to make sure that clients have customized estate plans designed to meet their individual needs and those of their families."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2012

America's Techiest Lawyers, ABA Law Journal

2010

Georgia Super Lawyer's Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

40 Under 40, Business Report and Journal

1993

Poole Government Award, Abbeville Rotary Club

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Partner, Smith Barid, LLC

2006 - 2006

Associate, The Webster Firm

2000 - 2005

Partner, Reynolds, Robin and Smith

2000 - 2000

Partner, Hilliard and Smith

1997 - 1999

Associate, Barr, Warner, Lloyd and Henifin

1996 - 1997

Associate, Harrison and Lamar

Associations

2013 - Present

Coastal Georgia Alzheimer's Association

Board Member

2012 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Georgia chapter)

Board Member

2012 - Present

Savannah Bulldog Club

Secretary

2012 - Present

Savannah Sports Council

Board Member

2012 - Present

National Care Planning Council

Member

2011 - Present

St. Thomas Episcopal Church

No Value

2011 - Present

ElderLaw Answers

Member

2010 - Present

Greater Savannah Coalition on the Aging

Member

2010 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Georgia chapter)

Member

2010 - Present

Elder Counsel

Member

2010 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2009 - Present

WealthCounsel

Member

2007 - Present

Savannah Estate Planning Council

2006 - Present

Savannah Chamber of Commerce

Member

1997 - Present

Savannah Bar Association

1996 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

2011 - 2012

DocuBank

Member National Advisory Board

2006 - 2009

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v. Quirante

Successful Appeal

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Education

1996

University of Georgia, Athens

J.D.

1993

Erskine College

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2013

The Advanced Elder Law Course

Powerful Marketing on a Shoestring Budget

2012

Monthly Meeting

What's an Elder Law Attorney

2012

Merrill Lynch

Veteran's Aid and Attendance

2012

Lunch and Learn

Veteran's Aid and Attendance

2012

Inservice at Memorial Hospital

Elder Law and Veterans' Aid and Attendance

2012

Educational Series

Elder Law and Veteran's Aid and Attendance

2012

Deemer, Dana and Froehele CPAs

Veteran's Aid and Attendance

2012

Academy of VA Pension Planners Fall 2012

Marketing and Practice Development

2011

THA Group Inservice

Veterans' Aid and Attendance

2011

Savannah Square Community Lunch and Learn

Veterans' Aid and Attendance

2011

Presentation for Employees

Basic Estate Planning

2011

Gulfstream Retirees Luncheon

Basic Estate Planning

2011

End of Life Planning Presentation for Employees and Customers

Basic Estate Planning

2011

Community Care Services Program Inservice

Medicaid and Long Term Care Planning

2011

Basic Estate Planning Presentation

Basic Estate Planning

2010

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill

Special Needs Planning

2009

National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors

Basic Estate Planning

2009

CPE Presentation Hancock Askew CPAs

Basic Estate Planning

2009

Basic Estate Planning

Basic Estate Planning

2009

Advance Directives and DocuBank

Advance Directives and DocuBank

2008

Smart Seniors

Basic Estate Planning

2008

Savannah NAIFA Annual CE Presentation

Basic Estate Planning

2008

Planning for Children with Special Needs

Special Needs Planning

2008

ILIT's, FLP's, Special Needs Trusts and Estate Tax Predictions

ILIT's, FLP's, Special Needs Trusts and Estate Tax Predictions

2008

Five Myths of Estate Planning

Basic Estate Planning

2008

Basic Estate Planning Seminar

Basic Estate Planning

2008

Basic Estate Planning Seminar

Basic Estate Planning

2008

Basic Estate Planning

Basic Estate Planning

2008

Basic Estate Planning

Basic Estate Planning

2008

Basic Estate Planning

Basic Estate Planning

2007

Gulfstream Presentation

Basic Estate Planning

2007

Basic Estate Planning Seminar

Basic Estate Planning

2007

Basic Estate Planning

Basic Estate Planning

2007

Basic Estate Planning

Basic Estate Planning

Publications

2011

Savannah Morning News Look Before You Leap: Reverse Mortgage Foreclosures on the Rise

2010

Business in Savannah Your estate plan in wake of estate tax repeal

2010

Coastal Senior What You Don’t Know M ight Cost You

Languages

English

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