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Chat withState: Florida
Acquired: 2005
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1995
201 E Pine St Ste 445, Orlando, FL, 32801-2717
41 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 17 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Lashaunte | June 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing job
I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional legal representation I received from Mr.Smith. With Facing multiple charges for crimes I did not commit was a harrowing experience, but he provided unwavering support and expertise throughout the entire process. From our first consultation, Mr.Smith de...
Posted by Stan | December 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Lawyer of the year
I’ve dealt with many lawyers before, but I’ve never one so dealt with a lawyer that was so knowledgeable, so attentive and absolutely amazing. If you ever find yourself or a family member in the need of a criminal defense lawyer, James Wesley Smith III is your man. He will fight for you 110%. His ...
Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
My case was dismissed
We hire James to handle our case because our first lawyer who was helping us with our migratory process lied to us and did nothing on the case. I had a criminal charge. James took over the casec and he was able to resolve it and get it dismissed. I our whole family is so happy for this.
Posted by Chris | April 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Better than Expected
We hired James to represent my family member who was facing the potential of life in prison. The plea deal James was able to secure was better than could be reasonably expected, and we are now counting down the days to seeing our family member this side of prison. James was patient with questions, ve...
Posted by Kay | February 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Hired attorney
I hired Mr. Smith on a misdemeanor case that would’ve caused me my life and career. Mr. Smith represented me as I wanted to take the case to trial. I’m so blessed to have meet Mr. Smith, he’s so humble and did a awesome job in representing me.
"Mr. Smith is a former JAG attorney who has made a clear mark on Orlando's criminal defense community. He is a skilled litigator and a formidable shield between the accused and the government. I highly recommend him for any State or Federal case. You'd be lucky to have him in your corner."
"James is one of the top criminal defense attorneys in Florida. His analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of a case, and his trial skills, are superb. I give him the highest possible recommendation."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. From his outstanding professorial skills to his mastery of both criminal and civil litigation, James Smith is an exemplary attorney."
"James is the best of the best. I wholeheartedly endorse him for any Federal or State criminal case."
"A skilled advocate, a smart tactitian, and a loyal counsel - James always had his client's interests at the forefront of his concerns."
"I wholeheartedly endorse James Smith. His experience and accomplishments in the area of criminal defense are superb. He is also smart, extremely talented, and a very caring attorney."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.
Admonishment issued in FL, 2021
updated on 04/27/2022An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2020
updated on 03/24/2021Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
2015
President's Award, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2007
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014 - Present
Partner, CPLS, P.A.
2007 - 2014
Public Defender, Office of the Federal Public Defender
2003 - 2007
Professor, Florida A&M University College of Law
1995 - 2003
Prosecuting Attorney, United States Army Judge Advocate General Corps.
2005 - Present
Florida BarMember
Member
Member
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
MA - Masters
1991
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Faculty
2018
Veterans Mental Illness and the Criminal Justice System
2017
Faculty
2014
FEDERAL PRACTICE
English