John D. Smith

· Family law and high-asset divorce· Personal injury law· Bad faith insurance· Real estate· Criminal law· Estate lawIn addition to his primary focus on litigation, Mr. Smith also assists clients who want to take proactive legal steps. For example, his estate planning practice allows his clients to plan for the future to protect not only themselves but also those they love through the creation of comprehensive estate plans.Mr. Smith began his legal career in 1980 after earning his law degree from the University of Dayton School of Law and his approval to practice law in the state of Ohio. Over the past 35-plus years, Mr. Smith has earned a reputation as one of the region's leading attorneys, which is evident in his membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. The prestigious group limits its membership to attorneys who have secured at least $1 million for a client in a verdict or settlement.Mr. Smith is a valued member of both his local community and the legal community. He is a member of a number of associations, including the American Board of Trial Advocates and the American College of Trial Lawyers.