E. Zach Smith

E. Zach Smith

also known as Zach Smith

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Tulsa, OK
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

1861 E. 15th St., Tulsa, OK

About E.

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 90%

I have the largest DUI practice in Tulsa County. I have handled more DUI cases in the last three years than any other lawyer by far in Tulsa. My practice is dedicated to the defense of DUI and DUI Manslaughter cases.

23 years | 1,000 cases

90%
Personal Injury 10%

If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, let the professionals at E. Zach Smith & Associates help you get the medical attention you need and the monetary compensation you deserve.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Oklahoma for 23 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 2002

Authorized to Practice Law

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E. Zach Smith & Associates

1861 E. 15th St., Tulsa, OK, 74104

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E. Zach Smith's Reviews

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93 Client Reviews

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Showing 16 - 19 of 19 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by kamran | July 17, 2014

Managing Partner

Mr. Smith, bar none, is a top tier attorney. He walks you through, step by step, complicated situations. There are no surprises with Mr. Smith because he takes time to discuss and prepare for all aspects of your case. Tough cases need a tough, proven, and intelligent attorney and you get that wit...h him; you want him on your side.

Posted by Bill H | July 14, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Zach Smith is the real deal!

Zach Smith told me what to expect and what he could do for me. He was upfront with what to expect and how things would work. Without going into a lot of detail, I'll just say that I got into some trouble with the police over drinking and went to jail for DUI. I called Zach and he met with me and exp...lained my options. Since this was my first experience, he told me how things would work, kept me informed the whole time so there were no surprises. In short, I kept my license, the charges were dismissed and my record is expunged. It's like the whole thing never happened! Zack's the man when it comes to DUI's! I've recommended him to several people because he tells you like it is with no b.s., if he says he going to do something that's what he does. If you or someone you know gets in this kind of trouble, don't hesitate, give Zach a call before it's too late!

Posted by anonymous | July 06, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Best DUI Defense in Tulsa!

Mr. Smith was perhaps the best experience I have ever had in terms of a defense lawyer (not many). He made me feel at ease, let me know my legal position, and described all the possible outcomes regarding my individual circumstances. If you think any charge is the end of the road for you personally, ...professionally, etc, then sit in for a consult, and you will feel differently. Trust me when I tell you it is not the absolute end of the road when charged. That is just half of the story. Without a lawyer like this guy you're at the systems whim. Overall good person, and I was very happy with my choice.

Posted by George | June 08, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Great Lawyer

I had never been charged with a crime in my entire life. Unfortunately, I went to happy hour and just after midnight on my way home I was pulled over for speeding. The very first thing out of the cop's mouth was to ask "how much" I had to drink. I was honest and admitted to drinking, but I was NOT d...runk. The officer immediately told me to get out of my truck and made me take all of the tests. Even though I passed them all, they arrested me anyway. He told me if I passed the breath test at the station I would go home. However, when we got there I said "no", as I didn't feel like they had a reason to give me one, AND they had already arrested me!! At that point what did it matter?. (I later found out his report said I had "slurred speech" and was unsteady on my feet with bloodshot eyes and all sorts of lies). I couldn't believe it. I was NOT drunk. After I got out of jail that morning I immediately called around to find a good lawyer. Several of my friends told me to call the Tulsa DUI Guy. I remembered seeing his ads all over town, but I wasn't sure if he was any good. I did meet with some other lawyers, but honestly, Zach was the easy decision, for a number of reasons. He met with me the first day I called him, and he was actually the person who answered the phone. We met in person at his office (a very nice building), and he immediately faxed off a request to keep my license. He pretty much answered every question I had without me even having to ask any. He did most of the talking, and I just listened. It was as if he already knew everything I was going to ask about, and all of my fears and worries were calmed. He put me at ease, and frankly, from that moment forward, I completely trusted him to handle my case. I was never really worried after that first meeting. It ran very smoothly, and he seemed to know a lot about DUIs. Zach did everything he said he was going to do, and everything he said would happen did in fact happen. I was really impressed. It was obvious the judge respected him, and he told me in court that I had a "very fine lawyer". That made me feel better and realize I hired the right lawyer. I was really worried about a conviction, but in the end, I got a deferred sentence. We can get it off my record in a couple of years. That was just the beginning though!! He called me almost a year after my arrest to tell me that my driver's license would not be suspended after all. So, in short, I never lost my license, and we are going to get this off my record in the future as soon as possible. Yes, I know I did wrong, and the reality is that I have had to pay for that wrong. This DUI has cost me a LOT of money. However, the money I spent on Zach was easily worth it. I never lost my driver's license, which was amazing to me seeing how Zach and ONLY one other lawyer told me that I could fight it. The rest of the lawyers I talked to told me nothing could be done and that it would be suspended. I don't know how he did that, but evidently Zach and that other lawyer were right. I know I will not make that same mistake again, but if you or someone you know gets a DUI, I highly recommend you call Zach Smith. Friends of mine who have gotten DUIs have had to get the blow device put in their trucks, and I am the only one of us that never had to do that. One of my buddies was actually happy he got a reduced charge, but Zach told me we didn't want that because his record will be there for at least ten years. While I still have to deal with this on my record for awhile, the fact is, someday within the next few years this will be a distant memory, and that is because of the good lawyer I hired. I can't say enough good things about Zach.

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Kimberly Moore-Waite

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Zach is a man of integrity. His knowledge of criminal law coupled with his years as a trial lawyer makes him one of the best in the field. He is known as the Tulsa DUI Guy to most for a reason. His experience and success rate for his clients speaks for itself."

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Corbin Brewster

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Zach is an expert in the laws of DUI in Oklahoma and he is the lawyer I call if I have any questions on the ever changing landscape of administrative and criminal laws pertaining to DUI."

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Tamera Childers

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Zach Smith is an experienced, ethical, and skilled attorney. He is active in his local Bar Association."

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David Guten

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There's no one who knows DUIs/DWIs better than Zach, and there's certainly no one who will fight harder or go beyond the norm to take care of his clients like he will. If I have a client that gets in trouble, I sent them to Zach."

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April Taylor

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lee Berlin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"When it comes to DUI manslaughter cases Zach is the only attorney to call. This lawyer knows his this area cold and is great in trial. I send him all of my negligent homicide and DUI Manslaughter cases."

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Whitney Mauldin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Zach is hardworking, dedicated, and smart. His practice truly encompasses the meaning of zealous advocacy. Zach has unsurpassed experience and efficacy in trial. There simply is no better choice for DUI representation."

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Christopher Leroi

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Smith is one of the most exemplary and extraordinary attorney attorneys that I have encountered in 24 years of practice. Despite being a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney for nearly two and a half decades, I continue to learn valuable information from his posts every day. I would highly recommend."

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Victor Wandres

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Zach Smith. He is a hard worker and an excellent Tulsa DWI attorney. Zach gets the job done and then some for his clients."

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David Brengle

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met attorney Smith at a DWI training conference. I know from first hand experience that Mr. Smith attends the best training available for DWI defense a lawyers. He has demonstrated that he can take on and win tough cases for his clients. I would recommend Attorney Smith to anyone in Oklahoma that needs and excellent DWI attorney."

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Josh Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Zach is a dedicated lawyer who fights for his clients like few others. He is hands down among the best lawyers I've seen in front of a jury. When you are in a tough spot and it feels like everyone is out to get you, Zach is the perfect choice to fight back for you."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2015 - 2016

President, Oklahoma County Bar Association

2002 - 2006

Assistant District Attorney, Tulsa County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2006 - Present

Tulsa County Bar Associaton

Mentoring Committee Chairman

2002 - Present

Oklahoma Bar Association

Licensed Practitioner

Sample of Legal Cases

Richard Snyder

Jury Verdict of NOT GUILTY in 1.5 hrs.

Marco Carroll: Murder First Degree

NOT GUILTY: JURY VERDICT

Kunagi Lowe: Murder in First Degree

NOT GUILTY JURY VERDICT: Less than 3 hours.

D.M.: Indecent Exposure

Not Guilty Verdict by Jury

Mr. Caughrean: DUI Trial

Not Guilty Verdict by Jury

Jason Nicholson # 2: Assault

Not Guilty Verdict by Jury

Jason Nicholson: Manslaughter

Not Guilty Verdict by Jury

Stephen Porter

Not Guilty Verdict by Jury

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Education

2002

Oklahoma City University School of Law

J.D.

Speaking Engagements

2011

Countinuing Legal Education

Chairman

Publications

2016

OBA Oklahoma Bar Association

Languages

English

Spanish

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