Seth Smith

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Seth Smith

4.9
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 4 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Newark, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Drug Crime, Domestic Violence

9 N 3rd Street, Suite 201, Newark, OH

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About Seth

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

I handle DUI/OVI , Drug Crimes, Sex Crimes, Violent Crimes, Appeals, and any other criminal matter.

60%
Family 20%

Divorce, Dissolution, Custody, Child Support, Grandparents Rights, Adoption, Appeals

20%
Domestic Violence 10%

10%
Drug Crime 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2023
Super Lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 4 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2021

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Seth R. Smith LLC

9 N 3rd Street, Suite 201, Newark, OH, 43055

740Law.com

Seth Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

34 Client Reviews


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Posted by Katlynn | May 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Seth is an excellent attorney

Seth is absolutely amazing! My fiancée and I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney to help us regain custody of her daughter. He fought tirelessly throughout our case and made sure we achieved the outcome we were hoping for. Every question we had was answered with clarity, knowledge, and confiden...ce, which gave us a lot of reassurance during a stressful time. I highly recommend Seth to anyone in need of a dedicated and effective child custody attorney.

Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend!

In February 2025 I began dating a cop from NPD ( Newark Police Department ). In early May when we broke up, he was doing shady stuff and when he was called out he tried deem me out as violent person and registered a CPO on me out of anger, abusing his power as a cop. Two days later he set me up and m...ake it seem as if I somehow violated the CPO which led to me being arrested (at my job) for the weekend. Very quickly my attorney Seth Smith was able to act fast and help me be found as not guilty of said violation. Because of seth, NPD opened up a criminal investigation on said cop and he was put on leave immediately and then not much later was discharged from NPD for abusing his powers. My misdemeanor was expunged very quickly as well thanks to Seth!

Posted by Matt | March 31, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Does not get any better than Seth!

I am an attorney who has co-counseled and referred Seth multiple cases. Seth is a diligent, hard-nosed, and empathic attorney. He fights hard for his clients and has the knowledge to be successfully. Seth achieves great results. I first met Seth at a conference where attorneys go to work on o...ur skills. These conference are often expensive and time consuming. However, they allow attorneys to better represent our clients with more knowledge. They also keep us up to date on the changing laws and new trial skills. Seth continually attends these conference which shows his commitment to getting his clients the best possible outcomes. I would highly recommend Seth to anyone needing an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2026 | Hired Attorney

A+ Attorney

I retained Seth on a custody case recently. Seth did a phenomenal job and the outcome was exactly what I could have hoped for. I am also a local law enforcement officer and speak with Seth frequently to discuss OVI, traffic stops, drug cases and search and seizure laws and have found him to be extre...mely knowledgeable.

Posted by Seth | January 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Attorney!!!

I HIGHLY recommend Seth for any child custody matter!! I was in urgent need of an attorney and I ended up with the best. Seth acted swiftly and was able to get me in the same day for a my consultation. Seth was very committed to taking the time to listen to my concerns and understand the details of m...y situation. Throughout the grueling duration of my custody case Seth was always one phone call away. I always knew Seth had my son and I’s best interest and was going to fight for what was right for him. Seth’s dedication and compassion offered a sense of ease during one of the most difficult times of my life. Seth fought tooth and nail for my son and I which resulted in me receiving full custody!!! Seth you’re the man and I can’t thank you enough for everything you did for us. You and Gabbie are amazing. I will be using Seth for any future legal matters.. save yourself the headache and do the same! 10/10 recommend!!

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Zachary Tabler

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great attorney. I recommend all of my custody and divorce cases to Seth."

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Zachary Moyer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Mollica

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Sarah Izzell

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Certificate in Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement, Caselock Inc.

2022

Certificate in NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, Caselock, Inc.

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Owner, The Law Office of Seth R. Smith, LLC

Associations

2022 - Present

Licking County Bar Association

Member

2021 - Present

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2021 - Present

Columbus Bar Association

2021 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

Education

2021

Campbell Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2017

Belmont University

Publications

2022

The Law Office of Seth R. Smith, LLC Blog OVI First Offense

Languages

English

Activity

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