Atty. Michael B Smith
About Michael B Smith View website Awards Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4. About Awards Client Champion Awards Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients.
Insurance Law & More Attorney · Serving Chandler, AZ · 35+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Michael B Smith at a Glance
Michael B Smith is a Partner based in Chandler, Arizona, practicing at Grasso Law Firm P C. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and insurance. Admitted to practice in US District Court, District of Arizona (1991). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Virginia (B.A. History, 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Pima County Bar Association State Bar of Arizona Defense Research Institute Tucson Defense Bar Association. Serves clients in Chandler, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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Awards
Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4. About AwardsClient Champion Awards
Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.
At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.
At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.
At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
Martindale Peer Awards
A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:
AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Michael B Smith got this award in 2021
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Awards
Top Contributor: The Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, .com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the community.
Client’s Choice: The Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
Practice Areas Explained
Michael B Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael B Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chandler.
Medical Malpractice in Chandler
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Michael B Smith is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Arizona →
Wrongful Death in Chandler
Michael B Smith is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Arizona →
Personal Injury in Chandler
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.
Michael B Smith is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arizona →
Business & Corporate Law in Chandler
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael B Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arizona →
Insurance Law in Chandler
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Michael B Smith is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Arizona →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chandler
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chandler are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chandler Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chandler-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chandler Choose Michael B Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael B Smith's practice in the field of medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael B Smith brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury, Michael B Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chandler
A Chandler-based practice means Michael B Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael B Smith Handles in Chandler
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael B Smith has experience with under Arizona law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael B Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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