Welcome to the Columbia, Maryland Law Office of Attorney Jonathan Scott Smith
For more than 25 years, attorney Jonathan Scott Smith has been fighting for people's rights and protecting their interests in Maryland civil and criminal courts.
His extensive trial experience — and track record of successful results — has earned him the recognition of his peers, with an AV-rating* in the Martindale-Hubbell peer review process. That is the highest rating possible for legal skill and ethical practice.
"I was most impressed with your tenacity, but even more so with the amount of work devoted to preparing for this case. You should be commended. It was a pleasure having you in my courtroom." — Maryland Circuit Court Judge
Mr. Smith has represented judges and their family members, lawyers, law students, police officers, and courthouse employees in both personal injury and criminal law cases. Most of our law firm's cases come from repeat clients and clients who were referred to us by satisfied former clients and other lawyers in the area.
If you've been charged with a crime or were injured due to someone else's negligence, contact Mr. Smith's office. The firm represents clients throughout Maryland, in communities such as Columbia, Ellicott City, Laurel, Westminster, Baltimore, Clarksville, Sykesville, Fulton, Elkridge, Frederick, and Mt. Airy.
Getting the Compensation You Need After a Serious InjuryIf you were injured because of someone else's negligent, careless, or reckless actions, you deserve justice and financial compensation. As a personal injury lawyer, Mr. Smith has obtained some of the highest personal injury verdicts and settlements in his area. Learn more about what he can do for you in personal injury and wrongful death cases involving: |
Thorough, Prepared and Aggressive Criminal DefenseDefense attorney Smith represents adults and juveniles in Maryland criminal courts in cases ranging from drunk driving to murder. He has literally written the book for other Maryland lawyers on how to handle criminal cases in the state of Maryland.** A former prosecutor, Mr. Smith understands criminal law from both sides. His thorough preparation and keen understanding of criminal law enables him to provide a strong and effective defense. For more information, visit our Criminal Defense Information Center. |
Jonathan Scott Smith will fight for you. Call 410-740-0101 or e-mail the firm to schedule a consultation.
*CV, BV, and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards, and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process for attorneys. Ratings reflect the confidential opinions of members of the Bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell ratings fall into two categories — legal ability and general ethical standards.
** Attorney Jonathan Scott Smith is the author of Maryland Criminal Procedure: Forms and Analysis (Second Edition), West Group (published June, 1995; Library of Congress #95-76883) and Maryland Criminal Procedure Forms, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing Company (published April, 1988; Library of Congress #87-83520).
