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Dennis James Smith
About Dennis
Biography
Previously a Co-Director for the largest consumer debt defense law firm in the United States. Dennis has successfully settled over 1000 cases in litigation for consumers in California. In addition, Dennis advised and directed over 30 attorneys throughout the United States on strategies to resolve credit accounts in litigation while considering bankruptcy as an option.
Licensed to practice in the following jurisdictions:
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Admitted to practice law in the State of California
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Northern Federal District Court of California
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Central Federal District Court of California
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Southern Federal District Court of California
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Eastern Federal District Court of California
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Consumer Protection
70%
10 years | 1,043 cases
Business
20%
9 years | 1 case
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
10%
9 years | 2 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 6 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Arnold & Smith Law, PLLC
11 NE 11th Street, Suite 213, Oklahoma City, OK, 73104
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Posted by David | March 19, 2018
Excellent support and communicaiton
I had worked with Dennis in a previous matter and he was supportive, communicative and focused. On my most recent matter he provided the direction and information I needed to make a positive decision. I highly recommend Dennis!!
Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Dennis J Smith
Very knowledgeable and very informed when it came to my case. Exceptional Lawyer with great work ethics. Highly recommended with exceptional customer service
Dennis James Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"Dennis is a capable attorney who relentlessly advocates for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dennis Smith has been my colleague for the last 2 years. He is a committed individual--to his clients and to the legal profession. He is committed to doing things the right way, ethically and effectively. He works for find creative solutions to what are often complex problems. I am proud to work with Dennis Smith."
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Consumer protection lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Clients Choice Award, Avvo.com
2017
1000 Closed Litigation Files Award, NLLG
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Partner, Founding Member, Arnold & Smith Law, PLLC
2015 - 2017
Director of Consumer Litigation; Senior Managing Attorney, NLLG
2013 - 2015
Contracts Analyst II, Google, Inc.
Associations
2017 - 2018
State Bar of California, Litigation Section
Sample of Legal Cases
In Re: Kim
Discharged
Discover Bank v. Gallegos
Settled/dismissed
American Express v. Andres
Settled/dismissed
Citibank N.A. v. Comstock
Settled/dismissed
Bank of America, N.A. v. Black
Settled/dismissed
Discover Bank v. Aquila
Settled
American Express Bank v. Adair
Settled
American Express v. Acosta
Settled/dismissed
Springleaf Financial Services v. Ahrens
Resolved
First National Bank of Omaha v. Ayala
Settled
Discover Bank v. Aguirre
Settled/dismissed
American Express v. Acker
Settled
American Express v. Abdullah
Settled/dismissed
American Express v. Amboy
Settled
Discover Bank v. Alan
Settled/dismissed
American Express Bank v. Aldapa
Settled
American Express v. Horn
Settled/dismissed
Discover Bank v. Ahmed
Settled/dismissed
Springleaf Financial Services v. Afano
Resolved
American Express Bank v. Aguirre
Settled/dismissed
Discover Bank v. Akilyan
Settled/dismissed
Wells Fargo v. Abdullah
Settled
American Express v. Alfaro
Settled/dismissed
American Express Bank v. Alarcon
Settled
Bank of America v. Anderson
Resolved
Citibank v. Loucks
Resolved
American Express v. Henderson
Resolved
FNB v. Samson
Resolved
Bank of America v. Jaramillo
Resolved
Bank of America v. Mahesh
Resolvedx
FNB v. Topete
Resolved
Lendmark v. Ramsey
Resolved
Discoer Bank v. Vazquez
Resolved
PRA v. Mentges
Resolved
Citibank v. Mettier
Resolved
Discover Bank v. Radding
Resolved
Discover Bank v. Cortez
Resolved
Discover Bank v. McIntyre
Resolved
American Express v. Huh
Resolved
Bank of America v. Irsjad
Resolved
Citibank v. Lucero
Resolved
Discover Bank v. Garcia
Resolved
American Express v. Link
Resolved
Capital One Bank v. Lindsay
Resolved
Discover Bank v. Johnson
Resolved
Wells Fargo v. Okuda
American Express v. Dang
Resolved
Citibank v. Logan
PRA v. Coronel
Education
2012
Southwestern Univ SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
NE Oklahoma State Univ
BA - Bachelor of Arts - Magna Cum Laude
Speaking Engagements
2017
Quarterly Remote / Onsite Attorney Meeting
Quarterly Remote / Onsite Attorney Meeting
Publications
2018
arnoldsmithlawfirm.com
National Consumer Debt on the Rise
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Stipulated judgement?
16 Aug 2018
Q&A
I suddenly received " intent to file lawsuit letter" from a lawyer without getting any letter before.
10 Aug 2018
Q&A
I’m being sued by two different creditors. Help please?
22 Apr 2018