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Roy J. Smith IV
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Roy J. Smith IV

4.8
23 reviews

2170 West State Road 434, Suite 260, Longwood, FL 32779

Family Law and Auto Accident Law

About Roy J. Smith IV

Senior Articles Editor and Chief Judicial Panelist of The Florida Law Review, 1998 through 2000. President, Alpha Chi. Outstanding Achievement, Nova Southeastern University. Recipient, Distinguished Alumni Award, 2009. AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, Designated a "Rising Star" by Florida Super Lawyers for 2010 and 2011, Selected as an "Up & Comer" by Florida Trend Magazine for its Legal Elite series for 2011, Presenter of "Current Challenges in PIP (Database/Usual and Customary Charges)" Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, March, 2004, Presenter of "A Practical Refresher on Litigating the Florida Auto Injury Case" NBI January, 2005, Presenter of "The PIP Wars (Material Misrepresentation)" Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, May, 2006, Presenter of "Obtaining the Best Settlement for Personal Injury Clients" NBI May, 2008. "2008 Auto Negligence Seminar" Florida Justice Association September 2008, Presenter of "No-Fault Law: Current Issues and Strategies" NBI, November, 2008. Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator, Certified Collaborative Family Law Attorney.

 

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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 06, 2013
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Best decision I ever made was hiring Mr. Smith to represent me in my custody case. He is the third attorney I have retained for this matter and I can't say enough good things about him. Mr. Smith has accomplished more in my case in 60 days then my previous counsel did in a year. He communicates impressively timely, is extremely knowledgeable, and most importantly fights for his clients. In addition, he is very honest and realistic about the matter at hand.

 
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Posted by Colton
March 17, 2026
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I would recommend this lawyer for simple, straightforward cases without many complications. He handled my case for what it needed, but would not respond to questions through email or text. Maybe if he would have given more attention to my case if he was receiving more than just the retainer's fee.

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Areas of Law

  • Family Law
  • Other 1
    • Auto Accident Law

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates: $300/hr
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Partner
    Firm Name
    The Smith Family Law Firm, P.A.
  • Pro Bono Services

    Member of the Grievance Committee for the Ninth Judicial Circuit, Participant in the Saint Margaret Mary Parish Attorney Program.

  • Additional Links
    http://www.thesmithfamilylawfirm.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2000, Florida
    Memberships
    Florida Justice Association (Eagle Member)
    Central Florida Trial Lawyers
    Seminole County Bar Association
    Collaborative Family Law Group of Central Florida
    Central Florida American Family Law Inns of Court.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Florida College of Law
    Class of 2000
    J.D.
    with honors
    Other Education
    Nova Southeastern University
    Class of 1997
    B.S.
    with highest honors
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1975
    Wauchula, Florida, June 27, 1975

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Partner at The Smith Family Law Firm, P.A.
4.8
23 reviews

2170 West State Road 434, Suite 260Longwood, FL 32779U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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  • Thursday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday By appointment
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    Roy J. Smith, IV was admitted in 2000 to the State of Florida.
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    Roy J. Smith, IV attended University of Florida College of Law.

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