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also known as Jonathan Carver Smith
Jonathan is a 1995 graduate of the Marquette University School of Law after which he engaged in the private practice of criminal defense. Jonathan has appeared throughout the State of Wisconsin and has also represented clients in Illinois, Iowa, Florida, Minnesota, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Vermont and California. His career led him not only to a wealth of state court experience but also to federal trial court and federal appellate court experience. He has been involved in dozens of trials, many of which have attracted national attention, and has earned the respect of judges and attorneys statewide. Jonathan has been successful in the trial of homicide, sexual assault, drug, DUI, and domestic violence offenses, to name a few. In 2001 Jonathan joined with Steve to form the Law Offices of Kohn & Smith.
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31 years | 2,000 cases
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State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1995
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1110 N Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Suite 201, Milwaukee, WI, 53203
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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Tina | April 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent
Jonathan Smith is excellent. He helped me every step of the way. He was excellent when I did the sentencing and explained everything to me in detail. He got me a good sentencing time. I am so grateful to him.
Posted by James Colburn | November 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great lawyer with a heart and compassion
Jonathan Smith is the best dui attorney out there. Retain him, he is well worth it. The very first day I emailed him, he replied right away. He is a great guy at heart. Jonathan Smith will take care of you. He is very honest , cheerful guy. I promise he will not let you down. Jonathan Smith got me a ...
Posted by Gloria Cereceres | March 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
We Made The Right Choice!
I can't say enough for this Law Firm, they are the best legal team out there. Trying to find an attorney is not easy, learned the hard way, after a few... After my grandson was charged I was devastated...he had became very silent and couldn't even defend himself anymore, felt the system did what t...
Posted by Josh | February 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Jonathan Smith review
Jonathan thoroughly went over the options and sometimes lack thereof for my DUI 2nd offense. Many court appearances were involved and he did not cancel any. His demeanor was reassuring that we would get the best we could. And had an excellent calming influence when I felt distraught. His closing stat...
Posted by Aaron | August 05, 2014 | Criminal Defense
I was facing felony drug charges and hireing John was the right choice. He went to bat for me.
After being charged with felony possision of narcotics (jan 2013)and realizing that I was in a serious legal mess I sat down with 3 Milwaukee attorneys. I met with Jonathan in his office and discussed the facts of my case and his background. I hired him on the spot. He never made a promise or statem...
"I endorse Jonathan. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Jonathan Smith is one of the prominent criminal defense lawyers in the community. He is a skilled litigator with an impeccable court room presence and he is well respected by the criminal bar and the District Attorney's office as well. I wholeheartedly endorse Jonathan and have heard only good reports from the many clients he has helped over the years and I would recommend him for any type of criminal matter. He is superb!"
"I have worked with Jonathan for over ten years. He is bright, experienced and, perhaps most importantly, honest with his clients, prosecutors and judges. Integrity matters. So do positive results for clients. I am proud to call him my law partner and good friend."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Attorney Smith for over 15 years and I have always been impressed with his ability to obtain great results for his clients. Attorney Smith is someone I would have no problem referring a friend or family member to."
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2022
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2006
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2005
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2002 - 2012
Partner, Kohn & Smith Law Offices
1995 - 2002
Partner, Boyle, Boyle & Smith, S.C.
1994 - 1994
Clerk, Wisconsin Court of Appeals, District I
1995 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Criminal Law Section
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2024
Criminal Defense - Wisconsin State Public Defender Conference Attendee
2011
Faith in the Practice of Law
2009
Faith in the Practice of Law
2008
University Student's Rights
2008
Keynote Speaker
English
German