Samantha Susan Smith

Samantha Susan Smith

also known as Samantha Smith Dickinson

4.2
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Westland, MI
Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Divorce & Separation ... +7 more

5885 N. Wayne, Westland, MI

About Samantha

Biography

Practice Areas

10

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 11%

I handle all matters related to Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 petitions. I will help you determine whether you qualify to permanently discharge debts under Chapter 7, or must seek to reorganize your debt under Chapter 13. Call now for a consultation.

19 years

11%
Criminal Defense 11%

I focus my criminal defense practice on the needs of people facing prosecution for misdemeanors, from drug offenses to traffic citations, from DUIs or MIPs and theft, call me today for a free consultation and stop panicking.

19 years

11%
Divorce and Separation 11%

I work with men & women at all stages of divorce, from the initial filing to requests for modification of a custody or parenting time order. I also handle disputes including child support and alimony. Call now for a free consultation.

19 years

11%
Family 11%

Contested divorce | Uncontested divorce | Child support | Child custody | Child visitation | Spousal support | Equitable division of assets | Adoption | I can assist you with your family law needs, for a free consultation call me today!

19 years

11%
Litigation 11%

If you have been injured through no fault of your own, particularly in a motor vehicle accident, you will need a thoughtful and tough attorney. Call me today for a free consultation.

19 years

11%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 17 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2008

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Smith Law Offices, P.C.

5885 N. Wayne, Westland, MI, 48185

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Samantha Susan Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michelle | March 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Avoid at all cost

I hired her and she ruined my case so bad had to get another attorney. That attorney said she Dilapidated my case and I could do a Attorney Grievance on her. Took an extra 3 month in court due to her. She might be a good paper pusher but as an attorney she's not.

Posted by Chastity | April 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Knowledgeable and Empathetic

My husband and I hired them for a child support case. We have a disabled child and I am also physically disabled so it was very scary for us to go through and they were VERY patient with me as I acted like a "Karen" and my husband and I were very emotional over the whole ordeal and called in literall...y in tears often. They gracefully accepted my apologies and worked very hard to make sure that our family got a fair judgement. We talked to Samantha quite a bit as well and found her to be one of the most honest and knowledgeable lawyers we've ever spoken to. Their billing was very fair as well. I would recommend this firm ten times over again.

Posted by Theresa | September 06, 2019 | Divorce & Separation

Colleague

Samantha Smith is an excellent attorney. She is very knowledgeable and experienced in many areas of the law including family law, bankruptcy, criminal and civil matters. We went to trial together on a highly contested and emotion filled divorce and custody matter. Samantha was well prepared, well-...versed in the law as well as knowledgeable as to what the specific Judge was looking for during trial. Samantha's knowledge of how specific Judges view matters and what they look for is one of the many characteristics that gives her an edge over her competition. Samantha is very professional and compassionate when dealing with clients who are at their lowest points in life.

Posted by Ryan Micallef | February 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing and Experience Professional

Samantha is the consummate professional. After consulting with a few attorneys, I felt extremely comfortable with Samantha. She was very thorough, answering all my questions and explaining each step along the way to support me in a difficult time of divorce. Samantha responsiveness was top notch. She... listened to my needs while helping me to balance my short term emotions with long term needs/scenarios. I would recommend Samantha to anyone who is going through divorce.

Posted by anonymous | February 02, 2016 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Excellent. Responsive, will work around your schedule.

We are in the process of consultation with Samantha Smith with intent of hiring her when our monetary affairs get in order. (SOON). She's exceedingly responsive and will work around your schedule. We look forward to working with her!

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Samantha Susan Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Derek Jacques

Family lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Samantha is a great family law attorney. I had the distinct pleasure of seeing her legal expertise in action and I would not hesitate to recommend this lawyer to any client in need."

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Lukasz Sikorski

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Courtney Ciullo

Litigation lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Samantha is a wonderful attorney. She is bright, dedicated, hard working and an excellent advocate for her clients. I have sent many clients her way, and will continue to do so."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, The Smith Law Offices, P.C.

1900 - Present

Member, The Smith Law Offices

2006 - 2010

Legal Clerk/ Attorney, Jon R. Garrett, P.C.

Associations

2010 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

2009 - Present

Federal Bar Association (Eastern District of Michigan chapter)

Chairman

2008 - Present

State Bar of Michigan, Young Lawyers Section

Member

Education

2008

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

*Fee local seminars*

Bankruptcy Informational Seminars

Languages

English

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