$ 225-275 per hour
Nicole Lee-Ann Smith
About Nicole
Biography
I am dedicated to assisting each client as an individual. I am engaged in the practice of law primarily in Wayne County, Monroe County, and Oakland County, but am not limited to those areas. I have over a decade of experience in Family Law, Criminal Law, Estate Planning, and Probate Law.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
25%
25 years
Divorce and Separation
25%
25 years
Child Custody
20%
25 years
Child Support
20%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 24 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Smith Mihas PLLC
467 Eureka Road, Suite 1, Wyandotte, MI, 48192
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Posted by Colleen | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Excellent
I met with Ms. Smith after receiving a motion from my ex to cease all of his child support. I hired her immediately after our first meeting. She made me feel comfortable, explained the process in detail, and her personality was exactly what I was seeking, strong and confident. Nicole and her firm ...
Posted by Kimberly | February 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommend!!
Nicole has been by rock throughout my divorce process and then some! She is very professional and an incredibly caring woman. She has gone out of her way to help me understand the process and explain to me what my options have been every step of the way. I highly recommend Nicole Smith!!
Posted by Julie | February 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Attorney
This firm was great to work with. They were able to explain the process and potential outcomes very throughly. They knew many of the other attorneys to negotiate with and had a great rapport with the judges. They got the job done excellently. Finally all charges were dropped.
Posted by Courtney | March 24, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Money grab
Nicole smith and her partner wanted to just settle and was not willing to fight for me. They were so worry about their relationship with the judge they didn't want to fight for my rights during my divorce. I was able to go in without them and get everything I wanted. She lead me to believe it was...
Nicole Lee-Ann Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Nicole is a highly skilled attorney who works hard for her clients. She is thorough and detail oriented in every matter she handles. I've seen first-hand that Nicole works personally with her clients to determine legal goals and strategy, and as a result, she achieves positive results time and time again. In trial, Nicole is organized and prepared at every turn. Any person facing a legal issue will be in good hands with Nicole as their attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is extremely organized and prepared for a case. She is well versed in all the issue and the law regarding her client's particular matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Smith is a top notch professional. She knows he ins and outs of the law and gets results."
Robert Paulbeck
Social Security & Disability lawyer
James Menna
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Haralambos Mihas
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2000
Leadership Achievement Award, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner/Attorney, Smith Mihas PLLC
2005 - 2012
Partner/Attorney, Forrest & Smith, P.C.
2000 - 2005
Associate, Forrest & Associates, P.C.
Associations
2013 - Present
Hellenic Bar Association of MichiganMember
2005 - Present
Wayne County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Wayne County Family Law Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2001 - Present
Downriver Bar AssociationPast President
2003 - 2018
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganExecutive Board Member - Secretary
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Michael Grundy
People v. Thomas
Acquittal
Education
2000
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Eastern Michigan University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan Fall Conference
Your Case Issue
Publications
2000
The Thomas M. Cooley Journal of Practical and Clinical Law
To Arrest, Or Not to Arrest That is the Question; People v. Borchard-Ruhland
Languages
English
Activity
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My son is 15 and got stopped going 89 in a 55 zone what is the penalty?
09 Apr 2020
Q&A
If my parole OFFICER tells me that I have to move or my fiance has to move because my son called police.
13 Apr 2020
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How do I go about adopting a friends baby?
12 Apr 2020