Nicole Smith
Trenton,MI
Summary
Effective law professional with proven track record of successfully representing clients in court, developing legal strategies, drafting pleadings, and arguing in state and federal court. Well-versed in principles of state and federal criminal law as retained and as a CJA appointed counsel. Works independently and collaboratively as part of team.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
Smith Mihas PLLC
2013.01 - Current
- Legal research and drafting of criminal pleadings.
- Legal representation of retained and CJA appointed clients in Federal District and Circuit Court.
- Negotiated settlements for clients.
- Researched and interpreted laws, case law and statutes, to advise clients.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials, and appeals.
- Law office management for the firm, including but not limited to case management, book-keeping, billing, filing and employee supervision.
Attorney
Forrest & Smith, P.C.
2000.09 - 2013.01
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated pleadings to support client needs.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on family law and criminal litigation.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Law office management, including but not limited to case management, book-keeping, billing, filing with the court, and employee supervision.
Education
J.D. - Legal
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Lansing, MI09.2000
Bachelor of Science -
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI04.1997
Skills
- Case Interpretation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Document Preparation
- Client Representation
- Criminal Defense
- Strategy Development
- Case File Management
- Oral Arguments
- Federal Court System
Additional Information
- Criminal Justice Act Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan
- Criminal Defense Attorney of Michigan Trial College Faculty
- Criminal Defense Attorney of Michigan past Executive Board Member
Timeline
Attorney
Smith Mihas PLLC
2013.01 - Current
Attorney
Forrest & Smith, P.C.
2000.09 - 2013.01
J.D. - Legal
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Bachelor of Science -
Eastern Michigan University
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