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Hi and Thanks for checking my profile. I'm an experienced Personal Injury Attorney in Sacramento and Elk Grove since 1982.
I’m also the founder of , one of the most comprehensive motor vehicle accident websites in California.
I was born in Brooklyn, New York to a working class family. My dad was a plumber with a 3rd grade education. My uncles were Irish cops. Which is to say, I understand and work well with people who work for a living.
I enjoy law because it gives me a continual opportunity to learn new skills and disiplines. Personal injury law touches on medicine, psychology as well as accounting and engineering. I'm grateful to be in a field where I have
the opportunity for continued personal growth.
You may be wondering the best way to find a good personal injury lawyer.
I wrote a good guide on that subject at .
The best way to select any lawyer is meet him in person & trust your gut. Look at past results. Speak to his past clients.
From personal experience, I know that what appears at first glance to be a setback can often be turned into a breakthrough experience.
As someone who has had several near death experiences and serious injuries myself, I understand how difficult unexpected circumstances can be.
If you come to me, I’ll try to help you navigate this possibly unfamiliar ground.
In my leisure time, I enjoy hiking, music, reading, travel (Can you say Fiji!) art and good wine. Weekends you will often find me in the ocean on the north coast, spearfishing or going for abalone.
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Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Personal Injury
30%
44 years | 10,000 cases
Car Accident
25%
44 years | 125 cases
Brain Injury
20%
44 years | 25 cases
Trucking Accident
13%
39 years | 15 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
29%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Awards
2015 2012
2012
Licenses
Licensed in California for 43 years
State: California
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Edward Albert Smith
1900 Point West Way #200, Sacramento, CA, 95815
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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Ava | April 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding service
My auto accident case has been handled from start to finish in a thoroughly reliable, professional, highly competent manner. I can't speak highly enough of this firm's caring, compassionate and thorough approach to their clients. I'm so grateful to have relied on all their recommendations and advice ...
Posted by anonymous | January 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Definitely Recommend!
Mr. Edward become extra special in managing my case. He is immediately to the point and will virtually fight for you.
Posted by Sebastian | December 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent customer service.
I was in a car accident recently and I had no idea what to do. I contacted Ed Smith's office and his team helped me every step of the way. Julie helped me understand everything. They always kept me informed of what was going on and I received my settlement in a timely manner. Thank you to the great p...
Posted by Ceal | August 03, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thanks to you ... my world's a little brighter!
I wanted to take this opportunity to say what an excellent job Attorney Edward A. Smith and his paralegal, Megan McGuire did in their representation of my automobile accident case. While remaining professional at all times, they always made me feel comfortable (almost like family). Megan kept me ...
Posted by John | May 05, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Simply the best!
I am sincerely grateful to Ed, Alex and Megan for taking on my accident case and fighting the legal battle for me. There is none other I would have trusted. When I had my accident soon after my open heart surgery, I knew that I did not have the physical, mental and emotional capability to handle the ...
Edward Albert Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"Worked with Ed on a car accident case. He was very knowledgeable and has been a great mentor. Excellent attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. A great lawyer and a great person. Well respected in the legal community for his zealous representation of injured Californians. A+"
"When I stopped handling personal injury matters over a dozen years ago, I felt completely confident to refer all my callers to Ed based on the experience, individual care, and careful research I had seen him devote to his clients as my colleague in past years. He is especially skilled in dealing with traumatic brain injuries, one of the most difficult for both victims and lawyers to handle."
"Edward Smith has an impressive list of accomplishments and is a highly regarded attorney. I am honored to write this endorsement. ."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Ed Smith. Ed has many years of experience in personal injury law and is caring and compassionate towards his clients. He offers many ways to support his clients through both the lawsuit stage as well as physical recovery stage."
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse Edward. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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"I had the pleasure recently to sit down with Ed and talk to him about his law practice. He is extremely passionate about what he does and obviously well versed after 30 years in the business. I endorse Ed Smith."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is very diligent."
"Ed Smith is a highly knowledgeable and excellent lawyer who advocates forcefully and zealously for his clients. He is generous as well, giving of his time to make his community a better place."
"There's nobody that cares more about his clients than Ed. And not only that, be he gets results. If it can be done, you can bet Ed will make it happen. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ed is a compassionate attorney who is dedicated to his practice."
"Ed is a thoughtful, caring litigator who will carefully guide you through a painful process with compassion and skill. I hope you will be lucky enough to have him represent you."
"Ed is extremely competent in his specific niche of auto accident personal injury. If you have been injured in a car accident, Ed will take great care of you."
"Ed has an obvious compassion for people - not only his clients but his entire staff. His knowledge of the law is important, but his compassion for people separates him from many other lawyers. If you hire Ed as your lawyer, you will receive not only his expertise but also the help of a well-trained, highly motivated staff who help him help his clients."
"Ed Smith has my whole hearted endorsement. He is an incredibly intelligent, competent and caring attorney. Additionally, he has a wonderful support staff and together they form one of the finest personal injury law firms in the state."
"Edward Smith's experience and results in pursuing major injury cases speak for itself, and his legal skills and knowledge is nothing less than superior. I, however, have been equally impressed with his personality, charisma and generosity as a fellow lawyer and as a mentor, who is always there to guide and provide with very useful, candid advice. Mr. Smith has a fairly large staff, some of whom I have gotten to know. Most of them have been with Ed for many years. They love working for Ed, feel appreciated, have no intention of leaving, and have genuine respect for their boss. This is not something you hear very often from people about their boss, and yet another reason to admire Mr. Smith not only as a lawyer, but as a human being."
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Experience
Honors
2015
California Member, Million Dollar Forum
2015
Clients Choice Award, Avvo
2015
Top Attorney Trucking Accident, Avvo
2015
Top Attorney Car Accident, Avvo
2015
Top Rated Injury 5 Star Attorney, Yelp
2015
Top Rated Personal Injury Lawyer, Google Plus
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Nominated for Advocate of the Year, Capital City Trial Lawyer Advocate
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1972
Outstanding Graduate Award, Bank of America
1968
Airman's Medal, U.S. Airforce
1968
Vietnam Service Medal, U.S. Armed Forces
Work Experience
1982 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Ed Smith
1980 - 1982
Attorney, Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency
1978 - 1980
Intern, Joaquin County Counsel's Office
1974 - 1978
Sales Manager, Jay Gleason Advertising
1966 - 1970
Airborne Combat Support, US Air Force
Associations
2008 - Present
San Francisco Trial Lawyers AssnMember
2005 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumMember
2005 - Present
LA Trial Lawyers AssnMember
1998 - Present
Allexperts.ComPersonal Injury Volunteer 9.90 Rating
1987 - Present
Capital City Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1987 - Present
Consumer Attorney's of CaliforniaMember
1987 - Present
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1982 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1982 - Present
Sacramento County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Rear-end Motor Vehicle Collision
$250,000.00
Motor vehicle collision - Headlights Off
$300,000.00
Folsom Car Accident
$4,200,000.00
Multiple Semi Trucks and Trailers Colliding After Sliding on Black Ice
$4,100,000.00
Multi-motor vehicle collision
$1,697,273.26
Motor vehicle collision
$1,900,000.00
John Doe v Scaffolding
$22.5 Million Dollar Settlement
Motorcycle vs. Auto
$1,450,000.00
Motor vehicle collision
$1,000,000.00
Motor vehicle collision involving a drunk driver
$750,000.00
Education
2004
Institute of Brain Potential
Certificate
1994
University of Northern California
Certificate
1982
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
J.D.
1974
University of California - Davis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
St. Mary's College of California
Preparing Medical Aspects of Legal Cases
2009
Sacramento's Small Business Meet-Up Group
Small Business Masterminds
2006
Continuing Education for the Bar Lecture
Investigation of Personal Injury Cases
Publications
2015
Legal Guide
The Attorney's Guide to Traumatic Brain Injuries
2013
Legal Guide
California Motorcycle Accident Handbook
2010
Legal Guide
The Ultimate California Auto Accident Handbook
2008
California AutoAccident Guide
A Consumers Guide to California Accident Law
1999
Law Office Computing
20 Web Sites All Injury Attorney's Should Know
1996
Law Office Computing
Top 20 Internet Sites For Attorneys
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Top Contributor
Edward earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Car accident case and potential conflict of interest?
16 Jun 2015
Q&A
Car accident. Did the attorney not looked out for clients best interest?
09 Jun 2015
Q&A
Are bodily injuries bound by inter-insurance company arbitration liability decision for property damages?
08 Jun 2015