Michael Jens Frederick Smith

Michael Jens Frederick Smith

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Fresno, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Mediation, Business ... +2 more

1391 West Shaw Avenue Suite D, Fresno, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 42 years

State: California

Acquired: 1983

Inactive

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Location

Michael J. F. Smith A Professional Corporation

1391 West Shaw Avenue Suite D, Fresno, CA, 93711

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Michael Jens Frederick Smith's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 24, 2015

Excellent, Ethical Attorney

Mike represented me off and on in employment matters related to harassment and stalking by a mentally unstable colleague. He is extremely knowledgeable and his years of experience are invaluable. He was always straight with me about my options and always gave me realistic, sound advice. I am not t...he easiest person to deal with, I'm pretty high-strung and emotional, but Mike seemed to have no problem getting me to settle down and focus on what needed to be done to improve my professional situation. I have and will continue to recommend him to anyone needing representation in employment matters. He is pricey, but you get what you pay for and his expertise is worth every penny.

Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2014

Personal Experience (Civil)

I have never hesitated to recommend Mr. Smith. He is a well-educated professional man. He is competent, disciplined and has integrity. This combination is not easy to find. I have hired Mike Smith twice. On both occasions, he was able to recover the monetary loss that I suffered. I had my roof re...placed by a licensed contractor. I researched this company through the CA State Contactors Licensing Board and found that they had never had an infraction. The first rain of the season resulted in major water damage to every room in my home. The ceilings to two bedrooms caved in. I had to take out a 92K second on my house. Financially I was devastated. My homeowners insurance was not working for or with me. Mr. Smith was able to resolve this issue within a fairly short time span. My second case was related to this primary roof issue and again my losses were recovered. Thank you for the opportunity to share my experience.

Posted by Ken | November 25, 2014

Finally finished.

In three and a half years, my first lawyer couldn't get the case resolved. Michael, in less than four months, with his associate were able to resolve the issues of this case with a quick but professional manner.

Posted by anonymous | November 6, 2014

Professional and thorough

I put my complete trust in this firm and was not disappointed. I would recommend Mike to anyone needing legal representation in his field of practice.

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Michael Jens Frederick Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amir Soleimanian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aryeh Leichter

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Molinaro

Insurance lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristine Karila

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Smith is a very knowledgeable attorney."

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Shelley Bryant

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He specializes in employment law and his knowledge and skill are better than most defense counsel. If a close friend or family member needed help, Smith would be on my short list."

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Grant Mitchell

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred clients with specific needs in this area to Mr. Smith and they have reported back that they were very happy both with his knowledge and with how easy it was to work with him. An outstanding attorney in my opinion."

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Thomas Pedreira

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mike and I are usually on the opposite side of the fence. He is a formidable adversary and well represents the interests of his clients."

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Grant Mitchell

Business lawyer

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Shelley Bryant

Employment and labor lawyer

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Thomas Pedreira

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2003 - 2011

Owner, Michael J. F. Smith, A Professional Corporation

1994 - 2003

Shareholder, Jory, Peterson, Watkins & Smith

1990 - 1994

Partner, Jory, Peterson & Sagaser

1983 - 1985

Judicial Law Clerk, Fifth District Court of Appeal

1982 - 1983

Judicial Extern, U. S. District Court, Northern District of California

Associations

Fresno County Bar Association

Member

Fresno County Young Lawyers Association

Member

Association of Business Trial Lawyers (San Joaquin Valley Chapter)

Member

1990 - 1995

Fresno County Bar Association

Board of Directors

1990 - 1991

Fresno County Young Lawyers Association

President

1987 - 1988

State Bar of California

Co-Chair

1986 - 1992

Fresno County Young Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

1985 - 1989

Standing Committee on Rules and Procedures of Court

Member

Education

1983

Hastings College of Law University of California

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

University of California at Riverside

MA - Masters

1977

University of California - Riverside

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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