Jacob Russell Smets

Jacob Russell Smets

4.9
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 7 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Flagstaff, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Landlord & Tenant

508 N. Humphreys St., Flagstaff, AZ

About Jacob

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

From cases involving domestic violence to transportation of narcotic drugs for sale no case is too big or too small. At Glazer Hammond, PLLC we are Experience Attorneys on Your Side.

8 years

40%
DUI and DWI 40%

Driving Under the Influence is when a person drives after having consumed some sort of drug or alcohol. These are generally Class 1 misdemeanors in the State of Arizona. However, in some cases they can be charged as a felony.

8 years

40%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 15%

Two of the most cited traffic offenses in Coconino County are Criminal Speeding and Reckless Driving. We have an impeccable record of taking care of these issues for clients.

8 years

15%
Landlord or Tenant 5%

We actively take on Landlord matters from Apartment Complexes, Mobile Home Parks or single to multiple independent houses.

8 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 7 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Glazer, Hammond, & Ruben, & Smets, PLLC

508 N. Humphreys St., Flagstaff, AZ, 86001

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Jacob Russell Smets's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

5 star (25)
4 star (0)
3 star (1)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Satisfied

Very nice lawyer. He was a pleasure to deal with and the office gave me constant updates. The only problem was is that he couldn't manage to win for me...:( So now I have to pay lawyer fees, violations fees and have license points .

Jacob Smets

Replied last August 21, 2024

Hello. First, thank you for your time in writing a review and providing feedback. Providing reviews is a main staple for how a small business grows. Likewise, feedback and criticism are how we grow as people. With that thank you also very much for your compliments. As you’ve posted anonymously, I can’t address your concerns. Moreover, a public form is not the proper place to do that. What I can share is that our office always seeks to provide our clients with the best possible results. The analysis in every case is the same and is a three-step process. First, can we get the client out of the case entirely based upon any legal technicality? This is both the best result for the client and it is the Constitutional burden of the State or the government which afford all citizens their individual freedoms. Second, can we realistically win at trial? If so, that matter is discussed and recommended by the attorney, but always chosen by the client. If those options are unavailable because the facts are insurmountable against a client, it becomes damage control. “Damage Control” is the attorney attempting to minimizing any consequences including jail or prison time, criminal convictions, and collateral consequences such as license ramifications, points, fines, fees, probation, etc. However, one thing we always encourage, is that no client ever take an offer they are not 100% satisfied with. Again, in this specific matter, I don’t know what case this is, nor would I request to address your concerns online. However, I would encourage you to call my office or email me to discuss your matter or concerns further, especially if this case has not yet been completed/closed. Thank you and I look forward to doing whatever possible to resolve your concerns.

Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Case dismissed

We hired Jacob Smets to handle an Injunction of Harassment filing, he was very professional and within an hour had case dismissed, he saved our reputation, the best and intelligent attorney you’ll ever hire.

Posted by CB | March 23, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

I highly recommend!

An employment background check came back with a DUI from over five years ago whose charges were never filed. The prospective employer needed proof from my attorney's office explaining so. Mr. Smet promptly prepared a letter that satisfactorily cleared me. I was able to secure employment. I am so grat...eful for his assistance. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Robert | August 11, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Responsive, Knowledgable, and Professional

Jason Smets was amazing. I called about a minor speeding ticket. Jason explained the best way to handle getting the ticket dismissed and sent me links for defensive driving school. My ticket was dissmssed and no points on my license. I know Flagstaff Law handles bigger cases, but Jason still treated ...me like I was just as important as their bigger clients. I would definitely recommend them for legal repesentation. Also, be sure to lower your speed quickly from 55 mph to 35 mph when leaving the North Rim of the Grand Canyon and entering Fredonia. The speed trap is waiting : P

Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Off road misdemeanor

Jake was very friendly. He told me what to expect and where he could help me. I hope I don't have an issue like this again but will call Jake if I do.

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Jacob Russell Smets's Lawyer Endorsements

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Cole Tousignant

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Ruben

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jake is a rising star. He takes every case to heart and never gives up on clients. Because of this - he achieves amazing results for the clients he works for."

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Samuel Wilkens

Unknown lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Friend

"I befriended Jacob Smets during our first year in law school and is a friend I still treasure. Mr. Smets has an innate ability to distill complex legal concepts down to understandable and relatable experiences. This ability is a by-product of how intensely Mr. Smets has worked to hone his craft. Mr. Smets' work-ethic is one to marvel. The aptitude for putting his nose to the grindstone and get projects done is a contagious and inspiring trait. I am grateful to have a colleague like Mr. Smets to draw inspiration from."

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Stephen Glazer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Jake is very smart, hard working, and down to earth. He is extremely dedicated to obtaining the best result for his clients. I highly recommend him for criminal defense and landlord tenant issues."

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Rhys Campbell

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Friend

"Mr. Smets and I attended the University of South Dakota School of Law together. He is very knowledgeable in criminal and landlord tenant matters and will be able to represent you extremely well in both matters."

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Keith Hammond

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Jared Holland

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Stephen Glazer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Bryan Antol

Criminal defense lawyer

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Samuel Wilkens

Estate planning lawyer

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John Cetor

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Jennifer Ruben

Family lawyer

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Rhys Campbell

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2024

Criminal Defense Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2022

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Attorney, The National Trial Lawyers

2021

Top Ten Attorney Award, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2021

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2021

Top Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers Inc

2020

Top 40 Under 40, American Institute of Trial Lawyers

2020

Avvo Clients' Choice Award 2020, Avvo

2019

Top Contributor, Avvo

2019

Avvo Clients' Choice Award 2019, Avvo

2019

Nationally Ranked Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Glazer, Hammond, & Ruben, PLLC

Associations

2019 - Present

Coconino County Bar Association

Member

2019 - Present

United States Federal District Court - District of Arizona

Member

2018 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Aggravated (Felony) DUI, Endangerment, and Open Container - Reduced to Simple DUI

Case Reduced to Simple DUI

5 Felonies Dismissed

Case Dismissed

Disorderly Conduct A.R.S. 13-2904

Case Dismissed

Criminal Speed A.R.S. 28-701.02

Dropped to Civil Offense under A.R.S. 28-701

Disorderly Conduct, Vicious Dog at Large

Diversion Agreement 6 months unsupervised probation

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Education

2018

University of South Dakota School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2014

Northern Arizona University

American Political Studies

2014

Northern Arizona University

History

Speaking Engagements

2022

Phi Kappa Alpha Speaking Engagement

Common Crimes and Speaking to Police as a College Student

2022

Northern Arizona University Pre-Law Group

What's it Like to be a Lawyer?

2022

Northern Arizona University Alumni Lawyers Speaking Engagement

Networking with Northern Arizona University Students

2021

Coconino County Bar Association

Rental Housing and the COVID-19 Panedmic

2020

NAU Pre-Law

What Can You Expect as An Attorney?

2019

Talk to Northern Arizona University IceJacks

Common Charges and What to Do If Arrested

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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