$ 200-200 per hour
About Mary
Biography
Hello,
I am the mother of three children, two stepchildren and have one beautiful granddaughter.
Thank you for visiting my page. I believe that children have a right to have a safe and secure relationship with their parents. Divorce or custody battles can be difficult and emotional for both parents and children. Let me help you and your children obtain the best plan we can keeping their best interests in mind.
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Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Minnesota for 29 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Smits Law Office, LLC
1 West Water Street, Suite 255, Saint Paul, MN, 55107
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Posted by Mandi Featherstone | January 11, 2011
Great Lawyer!
She is an excellent attorney and person. Very dedicated and also extreamly carring of you and your situation.
Posted by David | October 14, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Trustworthy Family Law Attorney
After scouring the web I found Mary. She helped me fix up a really bad support case that was against me.
Posted by Becca | October 01, 2009 | Family
Compassionate, Caring and Professional
Mary's passion, expertise and knowledge of family law helped considerably during a very stressful custody dispute. Her attention to detail and representation of our family's needs were beyond my expectations. I felt like her only client and have referred others in my position to her.
Mary Elizabeth Smits's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mary is a fantastic lawyer. I have referred many divorce cases to her and she does a wonderful job each time. Mary is a fighter and gets great results for her clients"
"I consider Mary Smits to be a mentor. Ms. Smits is very knowledgeable and generous with her time."
Carson Heefner
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
North Star Lawyer, Minnesota State Bar Association (MSBA)
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney, SMITS LAW OFFICE L.L.C.
1999 - 2009
Staff Attorney, Legal Assistance of Washington County, Inc.
1998 - 1999
Criminal Defense Attorney, RICHARD SAND AND ASSOCIATES
Associations
1999 - Present
19th District BarMember
Minnesota State Bar Association
Minnesota Women Lawyers
Washington County Bar Association
Minnesota State Bar Association, Family Law Section
Minnesota State Bar Association
Criminal Law Section
Education
1995
William Mitchell College of Law
Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2009
Law Day
Child support
Languages
English
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