Stephen Thomas Smith

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Stephen Thomas Smith

also known as Steve Smith

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31 reviews
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Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

Po Box 250621, Atlanta, GA

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About Stephen

Biography

My results speak for themselves. I’m here to win for you.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 45%

DUI/DWI, Drug Crimes, Misdemeanors, Possession of a deadly weapon, White Collar Crimes, Violent Crimes, and Theft.

31 years | 2,000 cases

45%
Personal Injury 30%

30%
Wrongful Death 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 31 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1995

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Stephen Thomas Smith

Po Box 250621, Atlanta, GA, 30325

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Stephen Thomas Smith's Reviews

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Posted by Frank | August 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Great Legal Guidance

Steve did an excellent job by navigating the legal process on our behalf. He kept us informed throughout the procedures and resolved our situation in the best way.

Posted by Kristina | August 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Relentless, Genuine, and Professional.

If you're looking for a criminal defense attorney who is intelligent, relentless, and genuinely cares about his clients, I cannot recommend Stephen T. Smith highly enough. I've had the privilege of knowing Stephen personally, and I've also seen firsthand the level of dedication, integrity, and pro...fessionalism he brings to every case. He doesn't treat people like case numbers—he takes the time to understand their situation, explains every step of the process, and fights tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome. Stephen is exceptionally knowledgeable, strategic, and respected in the courtroom. He prepares thoroughly, communicates honestly, and never backs down when advocating for his clients. His confidence comes from experience, not ego, and he consistently demonstrates the judgment and composure people need during some of the most difficult times of their lives. Beyond his legal skill, Stephen is a man of character. He is compassionate, trustworthy, and committed to doing what is right. Those qualities are rare, and they make all the difference when choosing someone to stand beside you. If you need a criminal defense attorney in Atlanta, Stephen T. Smith is someone you can trust with complete confidence. I would recommend him without hesitation.

Posted by Chase | July 27, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Thankful doesn’t come close to - Thank you!!!

Stephen Smith is top notch. Professional, knowledgeable, understanding, and someone you can trust to have in your corner. He explained each step along the way and kept me well informed. Thank you Mr. Smith!!!

Posted by ulysses | July 27, 2026 | Hired Attorney

BEST MAN!

I had an amazing experience with Stephen Thomas Smith. He is an outstanding attorney who is professional, knowledgeable, compassionate, and truly dedicated to his clients. He took the time to listen, explain everything clearly, and made me feel supported and confident throughout the entire process. I... always felt that my best interests were his priority, and I greatly appreciated his communication and attention to detail. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional criminal defense lawyer who genuinely cares about his clients and goes above and beyond to provide the best possible representation.

Posted by Matthew | April 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Honest, timely, kind, knowledgeable.

I loved my interactions with Steve. He did not tell me what to do, but instead gave me opinions and pathways to get what I wanted. Responded quickly to any call I placed to him. He knew exactly how the system worked and how to weave thru it. No bs, no lies. Best interaction with a lawyer I ever had o...r even heard of.

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2026

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1995 - 2026

Managing Partner, Stephen T Smith LLC

Associations

1995 - Present

American Bar Association

Education

1995

John Marshall (Atlanta)

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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