Gregory P. Smith
Tavares Personal Injury Attorney
As the Chief Prosecutor in Lake County, Florida, Gregory Smith tried complex felony cases. He saw first-hand the limitations of the criminal justice system in compensating victims.
A graduate of Stetson University College of Law in 1987, Greg once worked at a prominent defense firm where he gained valuable insight into the handling of civil negligence cases by insurance companies. He is a member of the Florida Bar and is admitted to the U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, and the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals.
Greg’s recent accomplishments in several significant cases include obtaining a substantial recovery for a delivery driver who became a victim of a violent crime. This case exemplifies the Firm’s philosophy: “Whether it’s helping the victims of medical malpractice or innocent victims of criminal assaults, we stand dedicated to the cause of justice.”
Areas of Practice
- Personal injury — plaintiff
- Wrongful death — plaintiff
Litigation Percentage
- 100% of practice devoted to litigation
Bar Admissions
- Florida, 1987
- Georgia, 2004
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Georgia, 2004
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, 1994
- U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit, 1994
- Georgia Court of Appeals, 2004
Education
- Stetson University College of Law; Gulfport, Florida – J.D., 1987
- Florida State University; Tallahassee, Florida – B.S., 1984
- Troy State University; Troy, Alabama
Professional Associations & Memberships
- Orange County Bar Association, Member
- Lake County Bar Association, Member
- American Bar Association, Member
- Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, Member
- American Association for Justice
Past Employment Positions
- Fifth Judicial Circuit, Assistant State Attorney, 1987 – 1994