Justin Michael Smith

Justin Michael Smith

5.0
Rating: 6.4

Licensed for 8 years

Military law Lawyer at Newark, OH
Practice Areas: Military Law, Criminal Defense, Family

61 W Main St, Newark, OH

About Justin

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Military Law 80%

Military Veteran disability

6 years

80%
Family 10%

8 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 8 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Smith Law

61 W Main St, Newark, OH, 43055

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Justin Michael Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

94 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Administrative Law

Posted by Jacob | August 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Very satisfied veteran

Justin's team provided exemplary assistance, helping me attain a 100% rating, up from 40%. Following multiple VA denials, Justin tirelessly championed my case, securing benefits for me as a combat veteran. He consistently demonstrated a professional and personal touch.

Posted by Alicia | April 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Highly Recommend

I was referred to Justin by a friend and previous client of Justin. Despite me being in Kansas he agreed to take my case. His process was easy to understand and he told me exactly what I needed to do. After we filed the claim the VA made numerous errors resulting in the claim being denied. Justin... assured me the error was on their end and drafted an appeal for me. When the appeal finished I was at the percent that I wanted and deserved.

Posted by Mike | December 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Extraordinary!

Justin does amazing work! After fifteen years of going nowhere with the local VA, I contacted him after hearing of some of his results. If I would have called Justin from the beginning and it would have saved me a lot of time. Being a Marine himself, he knows exactly what you went through. He speaks ...both military and VA lingo and does a great job of translating both languages. Like most combat veterans struggling with the idea of contacting an attorney to help, knowing that other people have it far worse than I do, he made me feel at ease with the decision. For anyone local, I was part of the 3/25 unit that was hit hard back in ’05. I finally contacted Justin in December 2023 and within a year I went from 0% to 100% without having to go to a single VA appointment. I know this is an extremely rare occurrence but what I want to point out is how meticulous and detailed he and his team are while looking through everything. From the first appointment, the communication was efficient, effective and clear. It doesn’t take long for you to see that he takes a lot of pride in what he does. Justin and his team of doctors are extremely thorough and professional. I felt very comfortable talking about my personal events/history while working with him and his staff. I have since recommended everyone I know! The cost and the time are both well worth it!

Posted by Michael | August 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Solid Lawyer

Mr Smith represented me in a VA disability claim. I felt it was going nowhere, was overwhelmed dealing with the bureaucracy and he took over, explaining every step, handled paperwork, set up appointments and advised me on courses of action throughout the year long process. The case was concluded with... the best possible result and I have recommended him to other people, including my wife.

Posted by Russell Moore | May 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

VA Claim Rating.

I served in the Marines in the early 1980’s. I worked the local VSO and was able to obtain a 50% rating. I consulted Justin in July 2023. By April 2024 Justin was able increase my claim to 100%. Justin has excellent knowledge of the VA process and is able to assist in obtaining the necessary do...cumentation to support your claim. I highly recommend any veteran who is looking to maximize their claim to contact Justin for representation.

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Justin Michael Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dmitriy Borshchak

Family lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Ever since meeting Justin, he has driven his efforts to the highest level to accomplish his client's goals. He is one of the good ones."

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Chris Brigdon

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justin is a very diligent and sharp attorney. He is very client focused and result driven."

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Juvenile law lawyer

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Keith Melvin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Chris Brigdon

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.4 (Good)

Honors

2016

Roberta Mitchell award, Capital University Law School

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney, Justin M. Smith

Associations

2018 - Present

Licking County Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Licking County Chamber of Commerce

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Termination of marriage

Received what was requested

Visitation / Custody

Support reduced, visitation granted as requested

Juvenile

Reduced plea to disorderly conduct

Eviction

During trial recess opposing party settled with clients

Initial Visitation to residential parent

Client was awarded shared parenting & school placement

Ag Vehicular Homicide

6 years (approximately 25% of the max possible sentence)

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Education

N/A

Capital University Law School

Publications

2011

Marines.com Healing with Horses
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