$ 460-460 per hour
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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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Acquired: 2002
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1561 Lakefront Dr, Unit 204, Sarasota, FL, 34240
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Posted by Micky McAuliffe | August 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
revocable trust
after waiting 8 years since we relocated to sarasota, we finally decided to have our financials put in order. We were referred to chris by a friend. we couldn't be happier with the ease and professionalism of both chris and his associates. We would highly recommend them
Posted by anonymous | December 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Can't Thank Chris Smith Enough!
Thank you so much Chris for taking time to meet with my family at my time of need, in dealing with a death in the family. Your compassion is greatly appreciated, but your knowledge helped us in navigating the next steps. I can't commend how professional your staff is...how much we appreciate you ge...
Posted by Lynne and Jim | August 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Best Attorney I have ever hired
Chris Smith provided Excellent performance on Real Estate transactions including Probates of 2 Wills in Florida, Analysis of Real Estate offers, and Updating our Estate Documents including New Wills and related Documents. Chris has extensive knowledge, expertise, and engages the Trust of Clients like...
Posted by Beth | July 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Great Team
Chris was so helpful with our estate planning. Always made himself available for my many questions. His staff was a delight to work with.
Posted by Michael | May 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Chris and the dedicated team at Smith Law
Chris and his team at Smith Law are highly recommended as they make sure all the "I's" are dotted and the "T's" crossed. With their help, knowledge, and understanding, it made getting through both of the estate probate processes for my father and brother much easier. I will continue to have Chris and...
"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
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