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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%
15 years
Personal Injury
40%
10 years
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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
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Posted by Juan | May 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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 anonymous | February 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Best DWI Lawyer
I had the pleasure of working with Justin for my DWI case, and I couldn’t be more grateful for his expertise and professionalism. From our first consultation, he made me feel at ease, explained every detail of the process, and guided me through every step. His communication was top-notch, always keep...
Posted by Lynn | March 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Professional, accessible, efficient counsel
From initial consultation to issue resolution, Justin conducted every meeting and communication with professionalism, respect and efficiency. I was confident he understood my issue and provided information giving me expectations for all possible resolutions and the course each scenario would fol...
Posted by Stacy | October 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Motorcycle Accident
Citation
I had an accident on my motorcycle and was given a citation for careless operation. I called and consulted with Justin because of some additional concerns. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and helpful during our conversation. He gave me all the information needed. I decided to hire him ...
Posted by Ashley | December 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Very professional and over delivered.
We turned to Justin after a car wreck that totaled our car and left my son and husband injured. He walked us through the entire 1.5-year process, explaining everything in detail along the way. In the end, he over delivered by negotiating a higher settlement than we expected. He was very knowledgea...
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