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

7 N 4th 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

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Location

Smith Law

7 N 4th St, Newark, OH, 43055

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Justin Michael Smith's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

95 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 19 reviews | Social Security Disability

Posted by Tim | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

VA DISABILITY

Justin, helped me win my VA disability claim/appeal. After 2 decades of fighting for benefits on my own and help from different service organizations, Justin took the reins and finished the race when I was ready to give up. Not only did he identify errors and gaps in previous attempts in filing claim...s, his team help found additional medical conditions that were previously overlooked. He took the initiative and filed and won new claims resulting in higher compensation and benefits without additional fees. His work, effort and dedication to my case far exceeded my expectations and was able to help me get a claim approved that had been denied my whole military career that ended up resulting in a 90% disability by itself. I strongly recommend using Justin to fight for you. He will look at every aspect of your claim and will comb through your medical records and identify any supporting evidence you may have missed and will file a new claim if warranted. I want to say thank you to Justin, his hard work and dedication to take care of Veterans proves once again that once a Marine always a Marine.

Posted by Russell Moore | May 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

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.

Posted by Dave | March 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

VA claim

I contacted Justin to see if putting in a claim with the VA was warranted and there was a possibility to move up from my current 60%. After his careful review of my case we decided proceeded with the claim. Justin's attention to detail and knowledge of the intricacies of the VA claim process was... very impressive. He gad everything set in place for a very thorough medical review. Everything went as he said and in the time frame that was expected. In the end I was able to move from 60 percent to 100 percent total and permanent disability withe VA. I highly recommend Justin for any Veteran thinking of making a claim.

Posted by Nathaniel | January 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Attorney for Veterans

As a veteran it is important to be represented by someone who is truly at the front of the pack to get you the benefits you've earned. Justin is nothing short of the best for veteran's VA benefits. After being out of the service for 8 years the VA knocked down my benefits from 70% to a 40%. I had j...ust accepted that it was going to be reduced and went about my life. When I met Justin he said to let him take a look at it and he would see what he could do, well, now I can say that I am now at 100% permanent rating. Justin spent countless hours going though my records finding items I never knew were able to be claimed. He worked with me to ensure that I recieved the correct VA claim rating and caputered all items that were simply overlooked by my initial va providers. After completing his review he set up a medical team to review my conditions with me and documented them in a way that I would translate to the reviewer for an accurate evaluation. He even worked with my schedule to get me seen in office to go over every condition. Lastly, the two way communication was unlike any other with any attorney. Justin keeping me informed on the process, all of the next steps, and what I could expect. He went so far as to check on me after a very trying appointment with the veteran reviews. Justin is simply the best. I whole heartedly recommend Justin and honestly insist for all of my fellow veterans to have Justin look at your claim to see what he can do for you. He changed my life for the better!

Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Veterans Benefits

Justin was a great listener to my needs and expectations. He was able to increase my disability rating from 10% to 70% with the VA. Most importantly, he guided me through the very arduous task of appealing claims that I had made in the past and brought those to fruition. With Justin’s guidance I felt... very taken care of. I highly recommend Justin to other disabled Veterans who need the help they deserve.

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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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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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