Our Services

Auto Accidents

Car accidents happen—and when they do, you need a law firm with experience in handling personal injury claims arising out of an automobile accident. Because our Personal Injury team deals with this area of personal injury law on a daily basis, ...

Clean Slate Expungement

Governor Whitmer recently signed legislation allowing for clean slate expungement of convictions for first violation of operating while intoxicated (OWI). The new House Bill, signed into legislation on Monday, August 23rd, is expected to give nearly ...

Commercial Litigation - Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Smith & Johnson, Attorneys attack each piece of litigation by using a team of highly skilled litigators to develop legal strategies that meets the specific needs of each client, whether it is a small start-up or a multinational corporation. Smith...

Construction Law & Litigation

Here at Smith & Johnson, we have handled a wide variety of construction cases from those involving the smallest of residential homes to the largest of commercial developments.

Corporate Law

Smith & Johnson, Attorneys has unparalleled experience in all aspects of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, restructuring and corporate governance. We routinely advise businesses in all areas of commercia...

Criminal Defense

Our presence is felt statewide in the field of criminal law. We aggressively represent all matters, from speeding tickets to murder defense on a statewide basis. Whether our clients require assistance negotiating a reduced charge or defending at tria...

Debt Collection & Bankruptcy

The attorneys at Smith & Johnson have represented banks, credit unions, businesses and individuals in the collection of both commercial and individual debts for over 40 years. In 2018, for a single credit union in South-Central Michigan, our atto...

Dog Bite

In Michigan, an owner of a dog that bites another is strictly liable for damage caused (e.g., physical disfigurement, pain, and medical bills), providing the victim was on public property or lawfully on private property, and the victim did not provok...

Estates & Trusts

Smith & Johnson’s estates and trusts attorney group assists our clients in accomplishing wealth transfers consistent individuals and family values and goals, including planning for the transition of a family business, large or small and pla...

Family Law

Smith & Johnson Attorneys is experienced in all matters that arise in divorce. We have been counsellors for clients with very complex marital estates, in some cases exceeding a hundred million dollars in assets. Our divorce practitioners are very...

Financial Institutions Law

We regularly represent borrowers and lenders in loan transactions. We have extensive experience with loan documentation, commercial financing, regulatory matters and collections for banks, credit unions and financial organizations.

IVC Filter Litigation

If you or a loved one have been injured due to a defective IVC filter, our team of mass tort personal injury attorneys at Smith & Johnson are ready to represent you and get you the compensation you are owed. Contact attorney Tim Smith today to se...

Maritime Law

Simply put, maritime law applies when a worker is injured at sea. It can apply to legal situations that involve ships, insurance claims, and civil claims at sea. A maritime injury on the open water can allow the worker to be eligible to file a claim ...

Medical Service Provider Collection Work

Statewide, our firm represents medical service providers in their collection of unpaid and/or underpaid auto no-fault insurance patient accounts. We also serve as general counsel to medical service providers. As general counsel, we implement, maintai...

Municipal Law

Municipalities have unique legal needs. They are subject to a multitude of federal, state, and local statutes and regulations and require specialized legal representation to navigate the complexities of governing. Smith & Johnson regularly repres...

Oil & Gas Law

Smith & Johnson has an extensive history representing gas field service providers, working interest owners, major and independent producers as well as midstream and downstream companies. We have represented clients in coordinating transfers of ro...

ParaGard IUD Litigation

In the fall of 2020, attorney Tim Smith, of Smith & Johnson Attorneys, filed two of the first lawsuits in Michigan against the manufacturer of the ParaGard IUD in Michigan Federal Court. The ParaGard IUD is a birth control device that doctors imp...

Paraquat Litigation

Exposure to Paraquat has been linked to an increased risk of Parkinson’s Disease. If you or a loved one has been exposed to Paraquat and has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, you may qualify to participate in the Paraquat lawsuit, ...

Personal Injury

For years, Smith & Johnson has been representing individuals here in Northern Michigan that have suffered some type of personal injury. We have delivered exceptional results to our personal injury clients in a wide variety of cases including...

Premises Liability

Big box stores are commonplace up here in Northern Michigan. And with continued population growth, seemingly more are likely to be built. Big box merchandise stores carry products that we desire or need and, they create a lot of needed jobs. But they...

Real Estate Law

We have applied our experience and knowledge in real estate transactions to the benefit of numerous clients. Our attorneys represent individuals and business entities in matters ranging from the acquisition and development of real estate, to zoning a...

State and Federal Employment & Labor Law

Statewide, our firm is known for its able representation of both employers and employees including such areas as termination, sexual harassment, handicappers’ rights and age discrimination. For over 25 years, we have assisted employers seeking ...

Talcum Powder Litigation

Talcum powder has been linked to forms of cancer including mesothelioma and ovarian cancer. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer after using talcum powder, the team at Smith & Johnson can help you get the compensation yo...