A. Thomas Smith

A. Thomas Smith

also known as Tom

4.3
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Scottsdale, AZ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Litigation, Uncontested Divorce ... +2 more

17470 N Pacesetter Way, Scottsdale, AZ

About A. Thomas

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

I represent individuals in divorces with or without children, modification of child support or legal decision making and child custody. I have represented both Petitioner and Respondent.

13 years | 10 cases

50%
Litigation 45%

My practice ranges from breach of contract, landlord tenant disputes and some personal injury cases. I have represented both Plaintiff and Defendants

14 years | 6 cases

45%
Business 2%

Helped to set up a non-profit corporation and also am General Counsel to same.

10 years | 1 case

2%
Uncontested Divorce 2%

I also represent couples who do not want to go through the legal divorce process and agree on the division of assets and debts as well as child visitation if there are children involved.

13 years | 1 case

2%
Animal and Dog Bites 1%

Represent a landlord in a dog bite matter in which the tenant is the owner of the dog.

10 years | 1 case

1%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 15 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2010

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Location

Law Offices of A. Thomas Smith, PLLC

17470 N Pacesetter Way, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255

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A. Thomas Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sandra | March 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Ethical, Honest, Caring

I can’t even begin to explain the sense of relief upon meeting Tom the first time. After two long years of legal, elder, and emotional abuse, our 78 year old mother’s predatory attorney dropped out a month before the 4th or 5th “final” court date for a simple divorce which should have been dealt with... through ADR. We hired Tom immediately just based his peaceful presence. From the first day, Tom was clear, organized, knowledgeable, and got my mother’s divorced finished within three months!! What I appreciate the most about Tom is that he is profoundly kind and a good human being. He held my mother’s well being as his top priority. He was intentional in that stress was not part of the process for our family. What a gift after two years of unnecessary chaos! I highly recommend hiring Tom, especially because kindness, empathy, and serenity is important during any legal processes. Thank you, Tom. We are forever grateful.

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very poor representation

Tom didn't fight for me and now my life is ruined. He lost an easy case if only he had prepared. He never even apologized. Very unorganized and lies about everything.

Posted by Santiago Prats | July 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Full custody case

I meet Tom after a brief conversation over the phone asking for a free consultation. We met and he was always extremely professional from the start. He asked very specific details of my situation. He made sure that all my questions were answered and he also told me the proccess and what my expectatio...ns should be. The mother of my baby was heavily involved in drugs. To a point that she became a danger to herself and others. This case Tom told me it was time sensitive as she can file on he own and hurt the baby. Everything fell into place after our meeting. The process seem simple and stress free thanks to Tom. From showing up to my order of protection hearing to the default hearing Tom was there with all files ready to go. Tom attention to detail and asking the right questions won me my dauthger and maybe without exaggerating even her well being.

Posted by Aaron | June 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The road less traveled.

Tom Smith is one of the most humble and genuine lawyers I have ever met. He represented me during my divorce and I couldn't be happier with his service and professionalism. Throughout the process, he would consistently seek to find solutions that were not only the best possible for me his client, but... most importantly what was in the best interest of my children. I would recommend him to anyone that might need counsel in his area of specialty.

Posted by Jannette | May 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Honest and Exceptional Attorney

I reached out to Tom a few weeks before my court hearing and he has helped me every step of the way. He is incredibly knowledgeable, trustworthy and passionate about helping me with my case. Tom has been very patient and has dedicated a lot of time to helping me get custody of my child. He has gone t...he extra mile since day one and has been very supportive during the whole process. He is in constant communication with me and really listens to what I have to say. I cannot say enough good things about Tom, I am so thankful that I found him! I have and will continue to highly recommend Tom to family, friends and anyone.

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Family lawyer | May 30

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"Tom is a great lawyer. He cares about his clients and will do his best to get them the best outcome possible. I recommend this attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Honors

2020

Westlaw, Lead Counsel Rated

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Firm Owner, Law Offices of A. Thomas Smith, PLLC

2011 - 2013

Attorney, Rivera Law Group

Associations

2016 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

2010 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Education

2004

New England School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of San Diego

Paralegal Certificate

1992

Minnesota State University, Moorhead

Bachelor of Music

Languages

English

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