Charles Ross Smith III

Charles Ross Smith III

also known as Ross Smith

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 47 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Sandusky, OH
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Debt Settlement ... +2 more

1604 E. Perkins Ave., Suite 106, Sandusky, OH

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016
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About Charles

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 60%

We have over 30 years of Bankruptcy Experience. Over 500 Chapter 7 Bankruptcies up to 2010. We serve Erie, Huron, Ottawa, Sandusky and Seneca Counties.

48 years | 500 cases

60%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 25%

0ver 200 Chapter 13 plans prior to 2010. We serve Erie, Huron, Ottawa, Sandusky and Seneca Counties.

48 years | 200 cases

25%
Bankruptcy and Debt 5%

We have over 30 years of experience in offering a full range of legal solutions to financial problems. We consider defenses to foreclosure and debt available in state court, as well as possible debt settlement and debt consolidation strategies. We file Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcies when needed.

48 years | 700 cases

5%
Debt Settlement 5%

Over 700 cases to 2010. We take cases that are appropriate for debt settlement and debt consolidation and negotiate lump sum or monthly payment plans. We insist that our clients be treated with respect by all debt collectors.

48 years | 700 cases

5%
Foreclosure 5%

48 years | 105 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 47 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1978

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

Location

Ross Smith, Attorney at Law

1604 E. Perkins Ave., Suite 106, Sandusky, OH, 44870-5178

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Charles Ross Smith III's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2010

FIRST CLASS REPRESENTATION

I retained Ross's services for a bankruptcy, I didn't know him, I was refered to him by my father who saw an ad in the local paper. I just wanted to let everyone know that reads this that not only is Ross extremely knowledgable about BK's his professionalism and timeliness is top shelf! He truly care...s about you as a person, he even filed my case on christmas eve to help facilitate a speedy response from all parties involved. He personally showed up at the hearing, he does that for all his clients where most attorney's hire someone to meet you there, it's all very comfortable and complete. I'm recomending Ross to everyone who has a need for his skills and compassion, THANKS ROSS! J. Byington Sandusky, Oh.

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Charles Ross Smith III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hovanes Margarian

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 30

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Tam

Unknown lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community."

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Michael Terani

Unknown lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Schwartz

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by his profile and answers in the AVVO community that he is well respected and knows his stuff!"

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Brian Crockett

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Smith has to be one of the hardest working, most compassionate and client oriented advocates to be practicing law. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Leroi

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse and would recommend Mr. Smith to everyone and anyone. I have been practicing for 24 years. I was the youngest judge in Colorado history, a magistrate, a prosecutor in three districts, a law professor, and have worked in private practice for years. I still learn from his Avvo answers each and every day. He is a huge credit to the legal system. Hire him."

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Gary Bollinger

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Other

"Bracing candor paired with well-crafted and pragmatic advice. I endorse Attorney Smith."

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Howard Roitman

Foreclosure lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Powell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Smith has an outstanding ability to provide analysis in terms that are vivid and understandable. All law is local - if you need help where he is, call him. The skill set that produces writing of this caliber is the same that produces winning work product."

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William Balena

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I hate to endorse a competitor, but he is a fine and capable bankruptcy lawyer."

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Sergio Cabanas

Unknown lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Based upon his answers to questions posted on Avvo, this lawyer has a high level of knowledge and experience."

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Dorothy Bunce

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles Ross Smith III has provided honest, practical and easy to understand advice to hundreds of people here on Avvo. Mr Smith is the kind of attorney all of us strive to be like. He is one of the good guys and I am honored to have the opportunity to endorse him to you."

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Lu Ann Trevino

Debt settlement lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Smith's contributions to Avvo demonstrate his depth of knowledge and care for the consumer."

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Joseph Ostrowski

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I do not know Attorney Smith personally, only through participation in answering questions in the AVVO forum. Attorney Smith is highly dedicated to helping individuals in his community and attorneys in general. The responses posted by this lawyer indicate a high level of knowledge in his field and he evidences the depth of knowledge necessary to represent his clients. It is with pleasure that I endorse Attorney Smith"

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Barry Vermeeren

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ross Smith is a very thourough and educated attorney. He cares about his clients as well as his work for them. You can be assured that he will complete all tasks properly and in a timely manner."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.

Indefinite Suspension issued in OH, 2016

updated on 05/27/2016

Suspended indefinitely means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for an unknown period of time. The attorney will need to re-apply for admission to the Bar if he or she intends to resume practice in the future.

Work Experience

1985 - 2008

Managing Attorney, UAW Legal Services

Associations

2009 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Crenshaw v. Simione, 1988 WL 49460, No.13273, (9th District Ct. App., Summit, 5-11-88)

We won a large jury verdict. Upheld on appeal.

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Education

N/A

Cleveland State University

law

Speaking Engagements

2013

I speak at Ohio Concealed Carry classes and advise on the rights and responsibilities of permit holders..

Rights and Responsibilities of Concealed Carry License Holders

Languages

English

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