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Marilyn Margaret Smith
About Marilyn
Biography
I invite you to experience a quality litigation firm that is proud of the work we do and the people we help. My firm is dedicated to providing quality legal services and giving personal attention to our clients. I became a lawyer as a result of a family tragedy that not only deeply affected me, but ended up being a major court decision. I know what it is like to have to rely on a lawyer and how important it is to understand what is going on as the case runs its course. My clients will always get their questions answered about their case and the court system. Our legal and office staff are top notch, and each one works hard to ensure that clients' needs are met. Oh, and everyone who works here loves companion animals, and we all have a great sense of humor.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
50%
32 years
Litigation
50%
48 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in California for 49 years
State: California
Acquired: 1976
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Marilyn M. Smith
301 E Colorado Blvd Ste 620, Pasadena, CA, 91101-1972
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Marilyn Margaret Smith's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
One of the best!!!!
I hired Marilyn to work on a case involving my brother and can I just say WOW! She was very understanding of are situation as we did not have to money to pay her full hourly rate so she came up with a payment plan to help us. Marilyn worked hard to really help my brother and I get through the trial t...
Posted by Barry | November 15, 2013
The Best
Diligent, smart, hard-working, pleasant, brilliant, well-organized. She literally saved my life and I am eternally grateful.
Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2013
outstanding litigator
Marilyn Smith has talent beyond words. She helped me in my litigation matter--always remaining informed, calm, and Strong. She can tackle any opposition. I would hire her again in a Second!
Marilyn Margaret Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Smith is the best example of a trial attorney. She cares about her clients. She is not afraid to fight for tough causes. She cares about the plight of the vulnerable and disabled. She maintains professionalism, while never compromising her client's position. I am proud to know her."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Top Attorneys, Pasadena Magazine
N/A
Phi Beta Kappa, USC
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Marilyn M. Smith
1981 - 1991
Partner, Knapp Petersen & Clarke
Associations
2017 - Present
Convalescent Aid SocietyMember, Board of Directors
2016 - Present
City of La Canada FlintridgeChair, Public Safety Commission
2012 - Present
Opera A La CarteMember, Board of Directors
1991 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocatesMember
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
Pasadena Bar Association
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Lance Camper v. Republic Indemnity
$6.3 million (jury verdict, upheld on appeal)
Confidential Settlement
Elder Abuse Settlement of $1.2 million
Confidential Settlement
Young man allowed to have the parent of choice as his conservator, and the other parent paid support
Education
N/A
University of California at Los Angeles School of Law
Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Southern California
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
N/A
San Gabriel Valley Study Group
Troubled Teens -- Crossover Issues in Civil and Family Law
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT: I let my mom borrow my car and she got into an accident. My insurance company paid for the
21 Jul 2014
Q&A
I got a default judgment versus an UM and then noticed I had UIM coverage! insurance co. says they wont pay under UIM.
12 May 2014
Q&A
As a pro se litigant, can I retain an attorney to represent me only for the limited purpose of arguing a motion at a hearing?
24 Feb 2014