Debra Ann Smith

Debra Ann Smith

also known as Debra A. Smith

4.1
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 40 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Riverside, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Domestic Violence, Child Custody

6690 Alessandro Blvd, #D, Riverside, CA

About Debra

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 40 years

State: California

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Mexico for 28 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 1998

Suspended

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Debra A. Smith

6690 Alessandro Blvd, #D, Riverside, CA, 92506

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Debra Ann Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Amanda | February 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly Recommend this Attorney!

Debra Smith has represented me in my ongoing custody and visitation issues and has been such a great help to me. When I initially retained her office I was feeling very nervous and confused about the whole process. She really reassured me with her knowledge of family law and I left her office feeling... relieved knowing that I had her representation. Her office staff was very helpful and available to answer any questions I had about my case. Ms. Smith has now appeared in court twice for me, once for custody and visitation and in helping me get a restraining order. Both hearings went very well thanks to her. She really took the worries of the legal process away, so that I was able to focus on moving on with my life after divorce. I would recommend her to anyone with a family law case.

Posted by Dustin | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

This is a good lawyer

I am 19 years old and I hired Debra Smith to represent me in my custody case. She handled everything for me, and her office staff was very helpful, they always kept me informed, and were easy to get a hold of. Debra was awesome in court and I got a really good custody award. I would recommend her to... anyone seeking a custody lawyer in Riverside

Posted by Wes | October 05, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great Attorney!

Debra Smith and her staff are very helpful, and knowledgeable in what they do. My husband tried to take my son away on the grounds I was unfit, yet he was not the suitable parent. Debra fought him and his attorney, and although we had to go to court more than once, we ultimately won, and I even g...ot more time than I originally had. Very good attorney. The fees were reasonable as well and they worked with me personally, not just like I was some random client. Greatly appreciated their help. If I ever need another attorney, I will go back to them for sure.

Posted by A. Friedman | December 16, 2013 | Child Custody

Best Experienced Attorney in Riverside!

Debra Smith is an excellent attorney. I had a CPS case opened a few months ago. I didn't know what to except and she told me everything I needed to know and I had comfort knowing I had an experienced attorney beside me as I went through this process. Needless to say, she did an amazing job in court a...nd my case in now closed and I have my kids! I couldn't have done it without her or her super helpful staff! I would really recommend Attorney Debra A. Smith to anyone in need of a family law attorney!

Posted by Sherry | December 03, 2013 | Child Custody

Debra said she could and she did!!!

Before speaking to Debra, I met with 3 Lawyers who were doubtful they could help me obtain custody of all 3 of my children. Debra said she could, and she did, on our first court date. My children and I were desperate for help, Debra brought us together, and changed our lives. The boys and I are doing... great. We are forever grateful to Debra and her fantastic staff for standing by us, fighting for us, and allowing us to be the family we were always meant to be!

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Debra Ann Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rebecca Perkins

Domestic violence lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Blaisdell

Family lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Debra is an excellent lawyer. She is tough but fair in negotiations and presents her case well in court. She is very ethical. Dave Blaisdell"

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Thomas Derryberry

Family lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Debra Smith for your Family Law needs."

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Sharon Babakhan

Unknown lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Detail Oriented, experienced and highly committed."

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Dan Chambers

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rebecca Perkins

Family lawyer

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Thomas Derryberry

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2013

Top Attorney, Inland Empire Magazine

1996

Jury Verdict of $1,266,983, Los Angeles County Superior Court

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Debra A. Smith

1994 - 1994

Course Instructor, Death Penalty Litigation Clinic

Associations

2012 - Present

Mock Trial Program

Attorney Scorer

1996 - Present

State Bar of New Mexico

Attorney

1986 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Trial Attorney

1986 - Present

American Bar Association

Attorney

1986 - Present

State Bar of California

Attorney

1986 - Present

California Public Defender's Association

Attorney - Instructor

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

Advisory Panel, Domestic Violence Committee

Member

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Lifetime Member

Education

1985

Southland University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Southland University

JD

N/A

California State College, Bakersfield

Speaking Engagements

2008

Riverside Medical Center

Abuse and Domestic Violence In Home

2007

Domestic Violence Workplace

Domestic Violence

2005

Social Workers Elder Abuse Seminar

Elder Abuse

Publications

2010

Debra A. Smith Had Enough? Part 1

2010

Debra Smith Had Enough? Part 2

2010

Debra Smith Had Enough? Part 3

Languages

English

Spanish

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