Justin Michael Smith

Justin Michael Smith

5.0
Rating: 6.4

Licensed for 9 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 9 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2017

Active

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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 68 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Michael | August 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Highly recommended for VA claims

Justin did a great job with my claim. I’ve been stuck at 10% for years and when I hired Justin, he got me to 100%. Easy to work with and personable. I would and have recommended him to my friends and fellow veterans.

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 David | June 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Awesome layer

Justin is very good at what he does. He helped me go from 80% to 100% eating with the VA. He has the resources and the knowledge to assist veterans.

Posted by Marco | June 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

A true champion of Veterans!!!!

I was referred to Justin by a family member who had a great experience with him on their VA claim, and I’m incredibly glad I followed that recommendation. I’ve been out of the military for over 20 years and honestly didn’t think I was entitled to anything. I assumed too much time had pass...ed and that my case wasn’t worth pursuing. Justin proved me wrong in the best possible way. He took the time to thoroughly review my deployment history, toxic exposure risks based on where I was stationed, and both my military and personal medical records. He connected the dots in a way I never could have on my own and was able to build a strong case that resulted in a VA rating I never imagined I’d receive. The entire process felt overwhelming before, but Justin guided me through each step with professionalism, dedication, and genuine care. I highly recommend him to any veteran struggling with the VA claims process. He knows what he’s doing, and he truly works in the best interest of those who’ve served.

Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Blackhawk crew chief US Army

I served in the Army from September 1999 to December 2006. A friend recommended Justin to me and he took me from a 50 percent rating to a 90 percent rating on the first try. I am now at 100 percent. My only regret is that I didn't do it sooner!

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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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Carolynn Fittro

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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