$ 350-450 per hour
Jacob Smets, was born in Chandler, AZ to blue collar parents. Jake's most prominent quality is a hard work ethic, a principle he learned from his folks. Jake graduated early from Northern Arizona University with two Bachelor of Science degrees in American Political Studies and History with a minor in global studies. Both degrees were earned while playing on the college hockey team, the NAU Ice Jacks.
Upon graduating from NAU, Jake worked in sales and technology for six months before attending the University of South Dakota School of Law in Vermillion, SD. Throughout law school, Jake was active in numerous extracurricular activities. These included competing in two trial competition teams; actively worked as a board member of the Environmental Law Society and the Sustainability Committee at USD; donating his time to Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) services, representing children in dependency matters; built houses with Habitat for Humanity; completed both RD HURD-a Family Law Indigent Law Defense Practicum-, and Veteran's Legal Education Group legal clinic, as well as running the Veteran's Black Hills 14th Annual Marathon. Meanwhile, he was also able to hold down three part time jobs, a testament to his ability to prioritize and multitask as well.
Jake graduated from law school in May of 2018 and was eager for an opportunity to return to Flagstaff. Luckily, he found that opportunity with Glazer Hammond, PLLC, working as a criminal defense attorney.
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Acquired: 2018
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508 N. Humphreys St., Flagstaff, AZ, 86001
26 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Super Star Attorney!
Don't let Jake's youthful appearance fool you. This bright young man is a special breed. He's smart, to the point, professional and knowledgeable. Jake is hard working he mentioned that he is an attorney by day and Best Buy employ at night. Crazy...Mr. Smets represented me in Court before a Judge wi...
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2019 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very Helpful!
I had a civil tort issue regarding the safety of one of my children. Mr. Smets answered all my questions in great professional detail. I was able to make some difficult decisions on moving forward with law enforcement. I will hire Mr. Smets if the situation warrants in the future due to his in depth ...
Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2019 | Bankruptcy & Debt
great help at a time of family crisis
An untrustworthy relative was in financial trouble in another state, and we feared an attack on our own finances simply because of the close association and past gifts from us to this relative. Mr. Smets gave us quick advice on this and associated topics. We are so grateful to this attorney and ful...
Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2019 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Very Helpful!
Jacob took my call regarding a traffic ticket and was very helpful and provided valuable information. Thank you Jacob
Happy to do it!
Posted by anonymous | March 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Phenomenal Attorney
I first reached out to the law office of Glazer & Hammond after reading many positive reviews, and I couldn't be more thankful that I did. Jacob (Jake) Smets was the lawyer who reached out to me over the phone for a consultation. I explained my situation and the charges against me. I had never been i...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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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
2018 - Present
Attorney, Glazer, Hammond, & Ruben, PLLC
2019 - Present
Coconino County Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
United States Federal District Court - District of ArizonaMember
2018 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
Case Reduced to Simple DUI
Case Dismissed
Case Dismissed
Dropped to Civil Offense under A.R.S. 28-701
Diversion Agreement 6 months unsupervised probation
2018
JD - Juris Doctor
2014
American Political Studies
2014
History
2022
Common Crimes and Speaking to Police as a College Student
2022
What's it Like to be a Lawyer?
2022
Networking with Northern Arizona University Students
2021
Rental Housing and the COVID-19 Panedmic
2020
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2019
Common Charges and What to Do If Arrested
2019
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2019
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