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R. Michael Smith graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Cincinnati in 1982. He then attended The Ohio State University College of Law where, after serving on the Law Journal and winning the Judge Joseph Harter Award for Trial Advocacy, he graduated in 1985.
Mike then served as law clerk/administrative aid to Ohio Supreme Court Justice Robert E. Holmes. Afterwards, he served as Referee (magistrate) and Editor for the Court at the Ohio Court of Claims. Later, he also earned a Master of Divinity degree from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Upon entering private practice in 1994, Mike’s practice included appeals, trials, general business and criminal representation and bankruptcy. He has tried cases, argued cases before the Court of Appeals, and drafted appeals for other attorneys.
In addition to admission to the Courts of Ohio, he is also admitted to practice in:
Mike has taught business law at The Ohio State University and legal writing for Columbus State University. He has also taught Continuing Legal Education courses for the bar associations at a number of Ohio cities, and at the annual conventions of the Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers, and the Ohio Common Pleas Judges Association.
As an attorney focused upon Bankruptcy, Mike has represented a great many clients in both Chapters 7 and 13. His clients have included individuals as well as small business owners. He serves his clients with compassion, thoroughness, and sensitivity.
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Posted by Juanita | February 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Michael Smith was a tremendous help throughout my bankruptcy. I came to him many years back with the thought of filing. But, I decided to wait a couple of years not being ready to file just yet. When I came back in 2022, Mr. Smith remembered me and my case. He was non judgemental and incredi...
Posted by David | December 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Michael Smith made filing an easy step by step process. Deciding to file bankruptcy was stressful, but having such a knowledgeable attorney to answer all of my questions and prepare the documents made it simple and stress free. I’d highly recommend Michael Smith to anyone seeking an attorney...
Posted by Joe and Shelly | December 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Michael Smith recently helped guide us through our bankruptcy. His knowledge of Bankruptcy Law was exceptional. We had some unusual circumstances, and if he didn’t know the answer, he told us that he would research it and get back with us. Each time the answer was prompt. Most of all, Michael’s compa...
Posted by Edward | January 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney
My wife started the bankruptcy process about 4 years ago, before we were married. After we were married, Mr. Smith honored the initial retainer! After which, he took the time to walk myself through the steps and we decided to include myself in the filing. We worked together for 11 months making su...
Posted by David | October 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Michael took our chapter 13 bankruptcy case when we had been abandoned by the previous firm. He and his secretary April, are very efficient, timely and thorough when it comes to handling the case. There is always communication with them. They never leave you hanging. Michael is always on top of every...
"Michael does a great job with all aspects of bankruptcy and debt issues. Very knowledgeable of the legal issues, and does a great job on simple and complex bankruptcies, both Chapter 7 and 13. Michael is easy to work with and fights for his client. Highly recommend."
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2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
1999
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
1998
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
1997
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
1996
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
1995
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
1994
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
1993
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
1992
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
1991
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
1994 - Present
Owner, R. Michael Smith, Attorney at Law
1989 - 1989
Adjunct Professor, Columbus State University
1989 - 1994
Attorney, Ohio Court Of Claims
1988 - 1988
Adjunct Professor, Ohio State University College Of Law
1985 - 1989
Law Clerk, Ohio Supreme Court
1985
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1994
Ohio Court of Claims & Suits Against the State
1994
Ohio Court of Claims & Suits Against the State
1994
Ohio Court of Claims & Suits Against the State
1994
Ohio Court of Claims & Suits Against the State
1994
Ohio Court of Claims & Suits Against the State
1994
Ohio Court of Claims & Suits Against the State
1994
Ohio Court of Claims & Suits Against the State
1994
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