Atty. Danny R. Smith

Atty. Danny R. Smith

Danny Smith has spent the last four decades fighting for injured and disabled people in Upstate South Carolina and has successfully handled thousands of social security disability and workers’ compensation claims. His practice emphasis also includes serious injury claims from auto accidents.

Spartanburg Spartanburg 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Danny R. Smith at a glance

Danny R. Smith is a Managing Shareholder based in Spartanburg, South Carolina, practicing at Smith Legal Group, P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, ssd, and litigation. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1974), U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1974) and University of South Carolina (B.S. Business, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Spartanburg, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Danny Smith has spent the last four decades fighting for injured and disabled people in Upstate South Carolina and has successfully handled thousands of social security disability and workers’ compensation claims
  • His practice emphasis also includes serious injury claims from auto accidents
  • A 1974 graduate of the University of South Carolina Law School, Danny is admitted to the South Carolina Bar, U.S
  • District Court, Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court
  • He has served in leadership positions in the South Carolina Association of Justice and the Injured Workers’ Advocates
  • He is a past President of the Spartanburg County Bar Association, a member of the South Carolina Association of Justice, and Injured Workers’ Advocates
  • He has also been a charter member of The National Association of Social Security Claimants Representatives since 1979
  • Danny is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell and has been honored in the past by his peers by selection for Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America
  • He was recently voted "Best of the Best" by Best Lawyers in America in Workers’ Compensation – Claimants (injured workers) for 2018 in the Greenville/Spartanburg area
  • Throughout his career, Danny has been active in the community, serving on the Spartanburg County Council and the Board of Spartanburg Regional Health Services District, where he was Chairman from 1997 through the end of his term
  • Activities & Affiliations - South Carolina Bar Association, Member - South Carolina Association of Justice, Member - Injured Workers' Advocates, Member - Spartanburg County Bar Association, Past President - The National Association of Social Security Claimants Representatives, Charter Member since 1979

Practice Areas Explained

Danny R. Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Danny R. Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Danny R. Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Danny R. Smith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Carolina →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Danny R. Smith is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in South Carolina →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Danny R. Smith is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Danny R. Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Carolina

Practicing law in South Carolina. Legal matters in South Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Spartanburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in South Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional South Carolina attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Spartanburg or all attorneys in South Carolina.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Danny R. Smith

Where is Danny R. Smith's law office located?
Danny R. Smith's law practice is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The firm is Smith Legal Group, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Danny R. Smith handle?
Danny R. Smith focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, ssd, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Danny R. Smith practiced law?
Danny R. Smith has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Danny R. Smith go to law school?
Danny R. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S. Business, 1971).
How can I contact Danny R. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Danny R. Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Danny R. Smith received?
Danny R. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1974
B.S. Business
University of South Carolina
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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