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Glenn Michael Smith
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Biography
Glenn M. Smith is one of Northern California's leading construction litigation attorneys. Operating primarily in Sonoma County, Mr. Smtih has a broad range of experience with legal issues pertaining to business, real estate, commercial disputes, complex litigation and transactional work for public, private and nonprofit organizations as well as individuals throughout the Bay Area. Over a period of 30 years, he has provided counseling to thousands of individuals and California business organizations. In the same period of time, he has proven his abilities by successfully owning and operating numerous businesses. Mr. Smith is general counsel to many California companies, organizations and industry associations, some of which he serves as a director.
Mr. Smith attended law school while working full-time in the fields of engineering and marketing. In 1980, he received his Juris Doctorate degree from Western State University where he graduated with honors.
He is admitted to practice before all state courts within California, as well as U.S. District Courts. He is a member of the American, California and Sonoma County Bar Associations. He sits as a Judge Pro Tem for the Sonoma County Superior Court and is the past president of the Sonoma County Bar Association.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
30%
Litigation
30%
Real Estate
30%
Corporate and Incorporation
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-450 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in California for 44 years
State: California
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
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Glenn Michael Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Glenn Smith. He is a tenacious and creative litigator, while also serving as constant voice of reason for those he represents. He does a good job laying out the collateral impact decisions and tactics will have--whether it be in your lawsuit, your business, your project, or your life. Mr. Smith's wealth of experience in various businesses and types of law throughout the North Bay makes him a great resource for identifying potential sources of collaboration."
"He knows his junk. Really. I audited a non-profit corp. I was a GAAP auditor before practicing law. He was their lawyer in a litigation. I had to estimate the risk of liability from the litigation. I inquired, in detail. He pursuaded me. W/out disclosing privileged stuff. He was right. Spoke to him about many corporate issues. I followed his work after as I started to practice law. Like I said, he knows his junk. I have been a lawyer 17 years."
"If I had a legal problem, I would hire Glenn to represent me. He truly cares about his client's matters more than any other attorney I have ever worked with or against. I cannot think of another lawyer that more zealously represents their client."
Ellyn Moscowitz
Employment and labor lawyer
Richard Sutherland
Litigation lawyer
Josh West
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
N/A
American Jurisprudence Award for Excellence, Western State University, Fullerton
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Judge, Sonoma County Superior Courts
2005 - Present
Partner, Smith Dollar, PC
1900 - Present
Partner, Smith Dollar PC
2000 - 2005
Partner, Lanahan & Reilley, LLP
1998 - 2000
Partner, Smith Miller, LLP
1996 - 1998
Of Counsel, O'Brien, Watters & Davis LLP
1989 - 1996
Managing Partner, Law Offices of Glenn M. Smith
1983 - 1989
Partner, Jordan & Smith
1981 - 1983
Attorney, paralegal, secretary, clerk,, Glenn M Smith "Street Lawyer"
Associations
1992 - Present
American Subcontractors AssociationGeneral Counsel
1989 - Present
Sonoma County Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
Santa Rosa Golf & Country ClubGeneral Counsel
1981 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
American Bar Association
Member
Sonoma County Alliance
Member
North Coast Builders Exchange
Member
Northern California Engineering Contractors Assocation
Member
Marin Builders Association
Member
United States District Court for the Southern District of California
Member
United States District Court for the Central District of California
Member
United States District Court for the Eastern District of California
Member
United States District Court for the Northern District of California
Member
2008 - 2008
Sonoma County Bar AssociationPresident
2007 - 2007
Sonoma County Bar AssociationVice President
2006 - 2006
Sonoma County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2005 - 2005
Sonoma County Bar AssociationSecretary
2002 - 2009
Sonoma County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
1989 - 1996
Sonoma County Republican Central CommitteePresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Stevens Properties v. Roberts Tile
Jury Verdict in Plaintiff's Favor
Education
1980
Western State University, Fullerton
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
Marist College
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
Western State University School of Law
JD
Speaking Engagements
2012
Business Conference
Business Organizations
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers