Atty. Timothy P. Smith
Timothy Smith, a distinguished trial attorney, has been active in legal practice since graduating from Notre Dame Law School in 1992. His extensive litigation experience spans state and federal courts nationwide, tackling cases from Ventura County, California to Middlesex County, New Jersey.
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Timothy P. Smith is a Partner based in Traverse City, Michigan, practicing at Smith & Johnson Attorneys, P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on car accidents, divorce, child custody, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1993) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1997). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1992) and University of Notre Dame (B.A. English, 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Grand Traverse/Leelanau/Antrim County, Ingham County and Eaton County Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Traverse City, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Timothy Smith, a distinguished trial attorney, has been active in legal practice since graduating from Notre Dame Law School in 1992
- His extensive litigation experience spans state and federal courts nationwide, tackling cases from Ventura County, California to Middlesex County, New Jersey
- In 2017, Mr. Smith notably began representing Michigan cities and counties in the monumental National Prescription Opioid Litigation, one of the largest federal court cases in history
- He also spearheaded early Paragard IUD cases in Michigan, which have become part of significant multi-district litigation in Georgia
- He also represents a number of northern Michigan cities and counties in the PFAS MDL pending in Federal Court in south Carolina
- Beyond complex federal cases, Mr. Smith has a remarkable record in civil litigation, achieving Oscoda County’s highest plaintiff’s verdict in 1998 for an auto accident case
- As a skilled commercial litigator, he has successfully recovered over $13.4 million for a Credit Union client since 2017
- Mr. Smith’s professional excellence is reflected in numerous accolades, including an AV-rating from Martindale-Hubbell at just 35, and 6 time honoree as Plaintiff’s Lawyer of the Year for Northern Michigan by Best Lawyers
- He is recognized by his peers and the National Trial Lawyers as a top attorney and actively contributes to legal education through seminars and moderating
- Residing in Beulah, Michigan, Mr. Smith enjoys fly fishing, hunting, and spending time with his children and grandchildren
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Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Timothy P. Smith is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Michigan →
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Timothy P. Smith is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Michigan →
Timothy P. Smith is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Michigan →
Timothy P. Smith is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Michigan →
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.
Timothy P. Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Michigan
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Traverse City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan 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 Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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