We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
About Zachary
Biography
Before starting Zachary D. Smith, LLC, I practiced as a public defender in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and later with an established small firm in downtown Cincinnati. I became a public defender because I craved action. I wanted to gain experience counseling clients and develop my courtroom skills. When I transitioned into private practice I added civil litigation to my repertoire, gravitating toward and eventually focusing my practice on Family Law in Ohio and Kentucky.
I am a trained Family Law Mediator, currently serve on the Executive Committee of the Cincinnati Academy of Collaborative Professionals, and litigate my fair share of cases. I enjoy Family Law because it allows me to use all the tools in my toolbox. I believe a client is best served when you engage in complex problem solving, generate creative outcomes, and are ready to lean on the nuances and technical aspects of the law to prevail in Court. I understand every family is different, and every family requires different tools be deployed.
Practicing Family Law fulfills me because it allows me to wear all “hats”. I get to problem solve, generate “outside the box” solutions, and, when required, pursue my clients’ goals in Court. All while helping people through a difficult process.
A tailored approach for every client, every family, every time.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
Family
50%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2016
Licenses
Licensed in Kentucky for 17 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 18 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Zachary D. Smith, LLC
(513) 277-0997
Fax
Centennial Plaza III, 895 Central Avenue, Suite 305, Cincinnati, OH, 45202
zdslaw.com/Online Presence
Other places you can find Zachary online.
Zachary David Smith's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
14 Client Reviews
Client Insights
Avvo uses AI to summarize reviews left for lawyers, providing a helpful overview of overall sentiment. Each summary is based on up to 500 of the most recent reviews and is refreshed upon submission of each new review. The number of reviews used may be displayed.
AI-summarized from Avvo client reviews
Filter Avvo Reviews (14)
Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.
Practice Areas
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Julia | September 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Game Changer
Zach’s representation came eight hearings, and three months deep into a high-conflict divorce with complicated finances & unique employment circumstances. The difficulties were compounded by elements of domestic violence, addiction, mental illness and personality disorders. Despite these conditions t...
Posted by Karen | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best Setttlement Possible
Zach was an excellent attorney for my dissolution. He is very professional, caring and fights hard for his clients. His staff is great and very reachable. Zach brought my case to a quick conclusion with the best settlement possible. I would highly recommend him.
Posted by Lisa | June 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce Attorney
Zak Smith was very professional and thorough, sympathetic and aggressive when needed. He guided me through a very difficult divorce. He was the perfect attorney for me.
Posted by Paula | June 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
So helpful!
Mr Zach Smith was so very helpful when it came to settling by divorce. I was not comfortable with the first attorney I had picked, so when I switched to Zach it was a much better fit. He was very caring, courteous and compassionate. I felt that he truly had MY best interest at heart. His staff was fr...
Zachary David Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"Zach is a very talented attorney. Smart, attentive, and trustworthy."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have been opposing counsel on several matters with Zach in collaborative and adversarial (court) matters. I have always found Zach to be extremely knowledgeable, zeolously represents his clients, but is also fair. I believe he always has his client's best interest at heart, but also that of the overall family. I do not believe we have enough attorneys in town that have this global perspective which is better for the client in the long run!"
"I really enjoy working on cases with Zach. He works hard for his clients and does an excellent job helping them understand the law and the value of reaching agreements out of court in a collaborative manner."
"Zach is a very good family law attorney. He is versed in all areas of family law and has a lot of experience handling high net worth divorces, cases requiring business valuations, and other complex family law matters. More importantly, he is able to see the big picture and address potential issues before they arise. I recommend Zach."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Zach is very knowledgeable and professional. I never hesitate to refer clients to him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Zachary. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Smith's skills make him a valuable advocate for his clients."
Jacob Kaufman
Mediation lawyer
Bruce Hunter
Divorce and separation lawyer
Alexander Durst
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Rising Stars, Superlawyers
2016
Rising Stars, Superlawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner, Zachary D. Smith, LLC
2008 - 2015
Attorney, Godbey & Associates
2007 - 2008
Assistant Public Defender, Commonwealth of Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy
Associations
2010 - Present
Cincinnati Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsCo-President
2008 - Present
Cincinnati Bar AssociationMember
Education
2007
University of Cincinnati College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Indiana University-Bloomington
B.S.
Languages
English