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Michael R Smith
About Michael
Biography
Mike's practice focuses on transactions, litigation, and family law; while he also has experience in personal injury claims, estate planning, and successions. In addition to his civil law practice, Mike serves as an Assistant District Attorney of the 3rd Judicial District in Lincoln Parish where he is a misdemeanor and juvenile prosecutor.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
25%
10 years
Car Accident
15%
10 years
Estate Planning
15%
10 years
Probate
15%
10 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 175-200 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Louisiana for 11 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Durrett Law & Title
Attn: Michael R. Smith, 1809 Northpointe Lane, Suite 201, Ruston, LA, 71270
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Michael R Smith's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Claude | August 25, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Excellent help and kind
Michael was able to answer my questions quickly and even called me to make sure I was taken care of. When we spoke on the phone Michael was very kind and helpful and offered his services to me. Thanks Michael, I look forward to speaking with you in the future.
Posted by Christina Jackson | August 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Service
Found Mr. Smith on Avvo, he was fast to respond to a legal question I had. I'm so glad I found him, he worked quickly and accurately in handling my legal issue. I highly recommend Mike, he is dedicated to his clients.
Posted by Chad | June 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Disability and Worker's Compensation
Mike came highly recommended by a friend of mine. At first, I was hesitant when I met him because he looked much younger than I expected. But he proved to me that he was the right attorney by the end of our first meeting. He is kind, compassionate and advocated for my legal interests. He is not scare...
Posted by Benjamin J. "BJay" Durrett | June 22, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Bright upcoming attorney
Mike is a fantastic young lawyer. He is dedicated to representing his clients with an easy yet zealous style. Clients and other attorneys alike enjoy working with Mike. I recommend him for a broad range of litigation and transactional work.
Posted by Clay | October 5, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Insurance case
Mr. Smith has been a pleasure to work with. Staying in touch , keeping me informed , and trying to be proactive . Has made this unpleasant situation much more tolerable. Thanks. Clay
Michael R Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael was the assistant district attorney assigned to a number of juvenile court cases I handled in 2014. I always appreciated that he was prepared and knowledgeable in both the facts and the law particular to those cases."
"Mike has done a tremendous job working with our firm. He is dedicated to his clients and he fights hard for them. Clients and other attorneys alike enjoy working with Mike. I recommend him for a broad range of litigation and transactional work."
"Mike is one of the few willing litigators left amongst this generation of young lawyers. I believe that he is aware of his professional and ethical obligations. I have also witnessed Mike holding his own against older, more experienced attorneys that may have (incorrectly) believed that they could bully him. I would recommend Mike as a lawyer to anyone with general civil litigation needs."
Experience
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Associate Attorney, Durrett Law & Title
2015 - Present
Assistant District Attorney, 3rd Judicial District of Louisiana
2014 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Robert E. Shadoin, L.L.C.
Associations
2014 - Present
Lincoln Parish Bar Association
2014 - Present
Louisiana State Bar Association
Education
2014
Mississippi College School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Activity
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23 Mar 2019
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Can one heir to undivided property put a tax lien on property if other heirs haven't repaid him for their share of taxes
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