$ 460-460 per hour
5
Practice Areas
25 years | 1,000 cases
25 years | 500 cases
25 years | 1,000 cases
25 years | 200 cases
$ 460-460 per hour
25%-40%
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Acquired: 2002
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1561 Lakefront Dr, Unit 204, Sarasota, FL, 34240
194 Client Reviews
Showing 16 - 20 of 36 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Strong, but professional and courteous!
Chris Smith took our case within minutes of us contacting him. We needed an unbiased Sarasota area attorney. My Mother had issues with the family of her fiance after his passing. He calmed us down, gave us insight and provided great advice on how we should proceed and what our legal rights were. He w...
Posted by Maryann | July 14, 2021
Excellent service
We were very pleased with Chris and his expertise. A VERY competent office to do business with’
Posted by Steve Petroniio | June 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Great work!
Smith Law substantially exceeded my expectations. Coming from another attorney with a lot of gray hair, such praise is noteworthy. Experienced, knowledgeable and prompt are just a coupe of earned comments.
Posted by Pamela | June 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Absolutely recommend
Chris helped us with our bankruptcy and put our minds at ease from the very first meeting we had with him. He and his team helped us step by step through the process and helped relieve a huge weight off our shoulders!
Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Superb, knowledgeable, courteous and timely legal office
Required Trust and other Estate documents. Chris Smith advised which documents were necessary and created, executed and filed them in a very timely fashion. Great listener and is personally available. The best!
"I endorse this lawyer. Very professional and proficient at settling client matters as expeditiously and effectively as possible. The best attorneys have this trait."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is an intelligent, skilled, and compassionate attorney who always considers his clients best interests first."
"I endorse this lawyer. After reviewing attorney Smith's history as well as his insightful answers to questions posted on Avvo, I believe he is a trustworthy source of legal information and experience."
"Mr. Smith is a very intelligent and professional attorney. He is very responsible, organized and diligent in the handling of his cases. He treats his clients with respect and courtesy. I highly recommend this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is an outstanding attorney dedicated to doing the best for his clients."
"I have a number of clients that have been facing bankruptcy over the past few years. I have the pleasure of working closely with Chris on a number of these files. Chris has always given straight forward and honest advice and has been very responsive to the concerns of my clients."
"Chris is very knowledgable about bankruptcy matters and I found him to be very responsive and professional. I would definitely recommend him."
"Mr. Smith is well experienced and incredibly knowledgeable. He is my "go-to" man when it comes to all matters of bankruptcy and personal injury work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is a sharp mind who works extremely hard and will produce results."
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2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
Pro Bono Award, Dechert LLP
2012 - Present
Attorney, SmithLaw
2010 - 2011
Managing Partner, Smith and Dine P.A.
2005 - 2009
Managing Attorney, Christopher D. Smith, P.A.
2001 - 2005
Associate, Dechert
Member
Judgment for Plaintiff
Judgment for Plaintiff for $126,291.30
Judgment for Plaintiff for $1,531,751.86
Judgment for Plaintiff for $111,035.46
Trustee's Objection Overruled
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2012
English
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
How do I get my garnished wages back in florida after wage exemption has been granted. clerk says they are waiting on plantiff.
06 Oct 2012
If my fiance incurred a debt and judgement prior to marriage would the company be able to garnish my wages after we are married?
06 Aug 2012
Can I lease a new car and then file for bankruptcy?
25 Jul 2012
Florida Bankruptcy Guide: Steps 9 - Life after Bankruptcy
14 Jun 2012
Florida Bankruptcy Guide: Steps 7 - Case Administration
14 Jun 2012
Florida Bankruptcy Guide: Steps 3-5 - Retain Counsel, Spousal Considerations, and Preparation
14 Jun 2012