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also known as Bret Smith, Bret R. Smith
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Acquired: 2007
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1924 7th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401
49 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Priscilla | January 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Problem maker not problem solver.
Bret R. Smith failed to produce a mediation agreement that could withstand judicial review. The agreement drafted during mediation, which included the basic forms used to calculate child support, was later overturned by the court. The judge specifically referenced the “glaring errors” made by Mr. Smi...
Posted by Laura | August 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Rockstar ⭐️
HIGHLY recommend!! I’ve experienced cases without him and with him and for family law, there’s no one else I’ll go to now. When the goal is to settle before court, he makes it happen; but if you do end up having to go to trial, he is a rockstar!
Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Divorce
I am so happy with the results of my case. He took care of everything. I would definitely use him again and recommend him to anyone. Thanks!
Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Family
Bret was excellent lawyer who was very patient with me regarding all the the questions I had. He stuck with me through the entire year of the issues I had while getting every concern I had resolved in my and my kids best interest. Going back and forth to court could be extremely frustrating but Bret ...
Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Incredibly Accommodating
Throughout the whole process, Bret was constantly giving us options and outcomes. He heard us out and fought for what we wanted and nothing less! He was prompt and professional throughout our entire time with him and we couldn’t have asked for anything more. We had approached many other lawyers a...
"Bret is a gentleman’s gentleman. He is honest, trustworthy and always willing to collaborate in an effort to reach the best outcome for his client. I am fortunate to count Bret among my friends and colleagues."
"Bret is an excellent lawyer. He’s great to work with and always puts his clients’ interests first."
"Bret Smith is the consummate counselor and advocate for his clients. Bret is effective because he knows the law, he understands people, and he has the respect of the court. I always enjoy working with Bret."
"Bret is a good man and a good lawyer. He is a thoughtful and very able attorney who well-represents his clients and deals effectively with other lawyers. He also happens to have flown B1 bombers in the USAF; I appreciate his friendship and his service."
"I have known Bret professionally and personally for seven years and I believe that he is a man of the highest character and ability. He fights for his clients in a compassionate and intelligent manner. He is good at what he does and I recommend him without qualification."
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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
Meritorious Service Medal, Secretary of Defense
2007 - Present
Attorney and Counselor at Law, Bret R. Smith, LLC
1991 - 2003
Instructor Pilot,Maintenance&Safety&Crash Investigation Officer, United States Air Force (Active Duty)
2007 - Present
Tuscaloosa County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Alabama State BarMember
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2007
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
BS - Bachelor of Science
2012
Divorce and Family Law
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