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%

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 9 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Smith Law

7 N 4th St, Newark, OH, 43055

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Justin Michael Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

101 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 29 reviews | Military Law

Posted by anonymous | September 04, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommended for Veterans

I was referred to by Justin by another veteran who had used him. He sat down with me, reviewed my deployment history and medical records, and discussed my conditions and medications with me. He then helped me prepare my claim, obtain appropriate witness statements and medical evidence, and file every...thing with the VA. He also walked me through the VA compensation and pension exam process and explained what to expect at each exam. I was very satisfied with the results and would highly recommend him to other veterans.

Posted by Jeff | July 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney

A breath of fresh air.

I was referred to Justin by my friend Mike who I served with in the Marines. Justin went through my military records and found multiple things I could claim. He made sure everything was properly documented and in place so we could submit a solid claim. I’m very happy with the outcome as I was fairly ...rated on the first try. I would also like to say Justin was very professional and made himself available to me as I had questions during the process. I would strongly recommend Justin Smith.

Posted by Seth | May 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney

I tried to navigate the VA myself and was woefully unsuccessful. I couldn't have done it with out Justin's expertise.

I served in the Marine Corps from 2008 to 2012 and was referred to Justin by another Marine I served with who had previously used him for a VA claim. When I hired Justin, I was rated at 60%. He carefully reviewed my deployment history, military medical records, and post-service medical records, and h...elped me gather everything needed to successfully navigate the VA system. Thanks to his knowledge and guidance, I received two increases in a little over a year, bringing me to 100%. I couldn’t be happier with the outcome and highly recommend Justin to any veteran needing help with their VA claim.

Posted by Scott | April 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding results!

I am an Army veteran, and I had been stuck at a 80% rating. I was referred to Justin by a friend and he thoroughly reviewed my duty stations, MOS exposures, deployments, and both my military and post-service medical records, identifying claims I didn’t even know I could make. He clearly explained th...e entire process and guided me every step of the way, making it straightforward and far less stressful. In the end, I received an increased rating to 100%. I would highly recommend him to any veteran needing help with a VA claim.

Posted by Justin | April 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend professional VA lawyer

I am a Marine Corps veteran, and I had a VA claim 17 years ago and had been stuck at a 30% rating. I was referred to Justin by a great friend and also a Marine Corps veteran who raved about Justin’s efforts and work. Justin thoroughly reviewed my duty stations, MOS exposures, deployments, and both my... military and post-service medical records, identifying claims I didn’t even know I could make. He clearly explained the entire process and guided me every step of the way, making it straightforward and far less stressful. In the end, my claim was approved and I received an increased rating to 100%. I would highly recommend Justin to any veteran needing help with a VA claim.

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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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