We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
Justin Payton Smith
About Justin
Biography
Need help with criminal, traffic, DWI, or other charges in NW Louisiana? Need help with an injury from a car accident? I have handled hundreds if not over a thousand DWI cases during my career. As a former prosecutor I know exactly what the prosecution will attempt to use to convict you and what defenses can be raised to protect your criminal record and driver's license.
Do you have a traffic ticket in NW Louisiana? Trying to keep it off your driving record? Don't want to go to court? I can help! My goal is to waive your appearance so you do not have to attend court and get a successful resolution in your case that may include dismissal of your charges, reduction of your charges to keep traffic matters off your driving record. As a former prosecutor I handled 1000's of minor traffic matters and other criminal charges. Call our office for help and ask for Justin Smith. Serving Shreveport, Bossier, Benton, Caddo, Desoto, Mansfield, Ruston, Claiborne and all of NW Louisiana.
Have you been hurt in an automoble accident? Our firm has years of experience with personal injury cases and will take care of you as you go through the process of seeking compensation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
60%
14 years
Personal Injury
40%
9 years
Fees and Rates
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Louisiana for 14 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arkansas for 16 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Ronald Miciotto Attorney at Law
628 Stoner Ave, 318-424-0200, Shreveport, LA, 71101
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Justin Payton Smith's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 41 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | October 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional and Dependable
His reputation attracted me but his professionalism sold me. Highly recommend Justin and he is good at what he does.
Posted by Rhodesia | September 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Do as he ask right away and u will get a faster result
I moved out of state 3 years ago have no way of getting back forgetting my court date then here I am thinking my ticket would have been thousands of dollars I contacted him in less than 3 business days he lifted my license suspension and everything excellent lawyer I would recommend him to anyone ...
Posted by anonymous | September 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Legal Support – Highly Recommended!
I had an excellent experience working with Justin Smith. They were knowledgeable, responsive, and truly had my best interests at heart. From start to finish, they made the legal process clear and stress-free. I appreciated their professionalism, attention to detail, and the confidence they brought to...
Posted by Juan | May 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Semi-truck driving ticket
I am so thankful for being referred to Justin, his information from the beginning has been very clear and on point, giving me the best advice I could use for the better outcome of my case, saving me money at the same time, I really had a great experience with his help as my lawyer!!
Posted by Bradley Walker | April 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent
Great job very pleased with his work great to work with and fair price every thing was very good
Justin Payton Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"Excellent litigator who fights hard and understands the temperament of the Judge."
Mark Perkins
Insurance lawyer
Michael Vergis
Criminal defense lawyer
Joshua Clayton
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2018 - 2023
Attorney, Ronald Miciotto, LLC
2017 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Steven D. Carby, LLC
2012 - 2017
Assistant City Prosecutor, Shreveport City Prosecutor
2011 - 2012
Associate, McMichael, Medlin, D'Anna, Wedgeworth & Lafargue, LLC
2009 - 2011
Attorney, Norwood & Norwood Attorney's
Associations
Shreveport Bar Association
Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. R.G
DWI was dismissed; Failure to Yield was dismissed, Pled to Possession of Marijuana - Fine and court cost only, no probation. I discovered problems with the testing conduction during the DWI investigation.
State v. K.B.
Charges dismissed
State v. A.J
DWI reduced to careless operation
Desoto Parish v. J.T.
Case dismissed
State of Louisiana v. M.C.
Successfully settled case with prosecutor to dismiss Resisting and Disturbing the peace and pled to one count of misdemeanor Criminal Mischief with a $500 fine plus costs.
State of LA v. M.A.
Prosecutor agreed to reduce to non-moving violation and fine reduction
City of Shreveport v. D.J.
Successfully negociated with prosecution do dismiss careless operation and plea No Contest to red light violation with article 892.1 which would allow charge to be dismissed upon payment of fine of $50 plus cost and completion of defensive driving
Dept of Motor Veh. vs. T.C.
Suspension was overturned after successful argument
State of LA v. M.S.
Successfully in request to prosecutor to allow client to enter traffic diversion program to keep charge off client's driving record. Client never had to appear in court
Education
2009
University of Arkansas School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers