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5.0 /5.0
6 Client Reviews
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Roy Jacob Smith IV
also known as Roy J. Smith, Roy J. Smith, IV
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About Roy
Biography
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
20%
Divorce and Separation
20%
26 years
Family
20%
26 years
Mediation
20%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-300 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 25 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
The Smith Family Law Firm, P.A.
815 Orienta Ave Ste 2050, Altamonte Springs, FL, 32701-5600
www.thesmithfamilylawfirm.comThe Smith Family Law Firm, P.A.
2170 West State Road 434, Suite 260, Longwood, FL, 32779
www.thesmithfamilylawfirm.comOnline Presence
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Roy Jacob Smith IV's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Divorce
I hired him a few weeks back and so far he has been very compassionate and understanding about my case. I was referred by a family friend who used him in his divorce and custody case
Posted by James | July 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Understanding the issues
Roy explained what was going to happen in our first meeting . I hired him to handle my divorce because he understands the law and precedent and he has confidence to explain how that will shape the case. In my instance he was successful in keeping my interests as the primary goal. He is the only pr...
Posted by Joel | September 9, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding
My decision to retain Roy as counsel was the best decision made for my divorce and custody trials. His knowledge and interpretation of the law coupled with his decisive and calculating courtroom demeanor makes him an outstanding choice when you need someone who has your best interests at hand. He is ...
Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2015
Paternity Action
I was so grateful to have Roy represent me in connection with a paternity action in 2012. Roy's paralegal Katherine and Attorney Lisa Smith also did an outstanding job helping in my case. We reached a settlement at mediation and he promptly got the child support order entered. Roy was very knowled...
Posted by Chris | April 6, 2013
Best Decision I've ever made!!!
Best decision I ever made was hiring Mr. Smith to represent me in my custody case. He is the third attorney I have retained for this matter and I can't say enough good things about him. Mr. Smith has accomplished more in my case in 60 days then my previous counsel did in a year. He communicates im...
Roy Jacob Smith IV's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Smith is a professional and respected counsel in our community."
"Roy is an excellent attorney. He is very knowledgeable. Roy has great legal skills as well as great people skills. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred client's to Roy Smith and each of them has thanked me. I consider him to be at the top, when in need of an excellent family law attorney."
"I have known Roy professionally and personally for over 12 years. He is one of the brightest and best attorneys I know. More important, he has a true passion about the type of law he practices, and has built a successful firm tailored to help people during difficult times when they are often the most emotionally vulnerable. Roy loves what he does, and as a result, consistently provides the highest possible quality of representation to his clients. Roy was also literally made for this kind of law, as he has the perfect temperament to guide his clients through the often bewildering and intimidating legal process efficiently and effectively, utilizing dispute resolution processes such as “collaborative divorce,” keeping his clients focused on the real issues (which in family law can be challenging), and otherwise striving to reach an optimal resolution to every case. I refer clients to Roy without hesitation, having the utmost confidence that their legal needs will be well served."
"Roy Smith is a caring and compassionate divorce and family law attorney. This is a rarity. I highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyers, Florida Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyers, Florida Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2011
One of Orlando's Top Lawyers, Orlando Home & Leisure
2011
Renaissance Men, Orlando Style Magazine
2011
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2009
Distinguished Alumni Award, Nova Southeastern University
2000
Gertrude Brick Award for Outstanding Board Member, Florida Law Review
1999
Frank E. Maloney Award for Outstanding Candidate, Florida Law Review
1997
Outstanding Achievement Award, Nova Southeastern University
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Partner/Owner, The Smith Family Law Firm, P.A.
1900 - Present
Partner, The Smith Family Law Firm, P.A.
2003 - 2010
Partner, Weiss Legal Group, P.A.
2002 - 2003
Associate, Rissman, Weisberg, Barrett, Hurt, Donahue & McClain
2000 - 2002
Associate, Hannah, Estes & Ingram
Associations
2014 - Present
Central Florida Trial Lawyers AssociationDirector
2005 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationEagle Member
2013 - 2014
Ninth Judicial Bar Grievance CommitteeChair
Education
2000
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
2000
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
1997
Nova Southeastern University
BS
Speaking Engagements
2008
Obtaining the Best Settlement for Personal Injury Clients
The Importance of Pre-Suit Preparation
2008
No-Fault Law
Current Issues and Strategy
2008
2008 Auto Negligence Seminar
The Ramifications of PIP
2006
The PIP Wars
Material Misrepresentation
2005
A Practical Refresher on Litigating the Florida Auto Injury Case
Maximizing Pre-suit Recovery
2004
Workhorse Seminar
Current Changes in PIP
Languages
English