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%

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 8 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2017

Active

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Location

Smith Law

61 W Main St, Newark, OH, 43055

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Justin Michael Smith's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

93 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 24 reviews | Military Law

Posted by Richard | March 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Best decision I have ever made. I'm 100% P&T because of Justin and his team on my first claim with the VA.

In the beginning I was skeptical on hiring a lawyer. Heard a lot of good things from random people about Justin Smith and his team. So I called Justin Smith. Talked to him for a little while . Me being stubborn. I still put it off for another year. Finally, I decided to meet with Justin and his ...team. I've never filed a claim with the VA despite being a combat Marine. Justin helped me gather all the medical records I needed to file my claims then also help prepare me for the C&P exams. Justin and his team's expertise in VA claim matters were very evident. I had no idea how to make a claim with the VA. Let it alone The verbiage or wording that the VA would need to accept my claims. Justin and his team also knew the secondary claims that needed to be filed that coincide with your primary claims. This is something that most that were in the military wouldn't know. Justin, help me set up my medical appointments and I made sure I attended everyone. His recommendations were top notch. To my surprise I was awarded 100% P&T. This is the rating that everyone that applies for a claim is seeking. I know without a doubt that if I would not have contacted and went with Justin and his team that applying for VA benefits myself. Would have been a disaster and would be like most of my marine friends that I served with that have been close to a decade and only have 40 to 60% to show for there service.I commend all there hard work that they put in my case and I left them alone and let them do their thing. The very thing that they are amazing at. I put my trust in them and thank God I did. Richard Kirkbride

Posted by Greg | January 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

100%

Justin Smith is extremely professional and truly outstanding at what he does. There are very few lawyers in the state of Ohio who work with VA claims, and for years I was stuck at a 90% service-connected disability rating with no clear path forward. A coworker recommended Justin, and that recommendat...ion changed everything. I showed up at his office unannounced, and not only did he take the time to speak with me about my case, but he also took me on as a client without hesitation. Justin had my case organized and moving forward quickly, and within six months he had it ready to go. As a result of his work, I was granted a 100% service-connected disability rating. Working with the VA can be overwhelming and daunting, but Justin made the entire process far easier. He handled all of the paperwork and legal aspects while guiding me through the medical side of things, which took a tremendous amount of stress off my shoulders. I would highly recommend Justin Smith to anyone dealing with unresolved medical issues or VA disability claims. His knowledge, professionalism, and dedication truly make a difference.

Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

VA claim

Justin assisted throughout the claim process and I would not have been able to do it without his knowledge. I recommend his services for any Veteran that may be thinking about filing a claim with the VA.

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.

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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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