Jacob Russell Smets

Jacob Russell Smets

4.9
Rating: 9.0

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

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Location

Glazer, Hammond, & Ruben, & Smets, PLLC

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

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Jacob Russell Smets's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2020 | DUI & DWI

Very, informative consultation, the intersection of law and Covid-19 in 2020.

I consulted Mr. Smets regarding a DUI sentencing manner and how Covid-19 is effecting it. All my questions and concerns were answered. If I move forward, I will choose Mr. Smets as my attorney.

Posted by CHAD | July 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Attorney

Jacob is excellent excellent attorney I I was in legal situation at the end he told me don't worry my anxiety level was crazy my situation came out great I'm very thankful for hiring him thanks again

Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thank you!

Jacob and his team were very professional and polite all the way through my criminal case. They were efficient and diligent in their work and won my case! Jacob fought my case until the end and got it dismissed. I would highly recommend Jacob as a lawyer to anyone in need.

Posted by Randy | May 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Navigating the DUI Process

Jake was truly a godsend when my son was arrested for a DUI in Flagstaff. My son is a California resident who was attending school in Flagstaff when arrested, and he was just a month shy of his 21st birthday which made the matter a little more complicated. I made the decision to immediately hire Ja...cob Smets and the Glazer Hammond, PLLC team to represent my son after significant research into DUI attorney's in the Flagstaff area. From the time of our first call and through the entire next year, Jake and his staff provided excellent guidance and representation throughout the entire process. Jake and his team let me know what to expect both for the Arizona charges, and explained what impact those charges might have on my son's California driver license and possible charges with the California DMV. We could not have been happier with the outcome of the case, or the representation that Jake and his firm provided to my son! Jake is a true professional and a pleasure to work with. If anyone ever finds themselves in a similar situation, I highly recommend that they contact Jake Smelts and his colleagues at Glazer Hammond, PLLC.

Posted by Amber | April 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Jacob R. Smets

Through a series of unforeseeable events, I found myself in grave need of legal representation. I knew my situation was quite unique and would require someone just as unique. My circumstances required a lawyer who could see me and my case both through the eyes of legal discipline as well as through h...uman eyes and to simultaneously meld these vital components together. In my professional experience, this is not an easy find. Initially, I heard about Jacob R. Smets by reputation. New to being on the other side of the law, I was scared; Jacob could see that. The moment I stepped into his office I knew, without needing to glance at his office walls looking for evidence and certificates substantiating his success, that I found who I needed. I was where I needed to be. The legal process in its entirety, was thoroughly explained every step of the way by Jacob and the efficient members of the Glazer and Hammond firm. Every question I had, which was a staggering amount, was patiently explained to me in a custom order fashion, as we all know we interpret and process information differently. Jacob was able to break down the legal jargon into bite size pieces that anyone of us could easily digest. Jacob achieved the best possible outcome specific to my case which was quite a victory for me. His legal professionalism and human insight into the client as an individual, is unparalleled. Throughout my life, and in my current profession, I have worked with and am related to, a wide rage of professionals such as: doctors, surgeons, detectives, lawyers, judges, engineers, scientists, etc. Most of them do not realize that they are dealing with people- living, breathing, feeling people who are scared, afraid, and are often facing this situation alone. The most successful professionals I know realize that you have to be both mind and heart in order to accomplish the necessary. Jacob knows this. I will always recommend Jacob Russell Smets to anyone who may find themselves in a situation that requires dedicated legal representation, a passion for justice, followed by professional efficient results while maintaining a compassionate humanity for his client. Professionally, I have not known his equal. I would put my life in his hands. In fact, I did. And I would do it again. -A

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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:  9.0 (Superb)

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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