Joseph Peter Smith

Joseph Peter Smith

Google Rating

4.9(28 reviews)

  • 1605 E 4th St Santa Ana, CA 92701
  • +1-714-542-9455
  • No email available
Victims’ Rights, Family Law, Criminal Law

About:

During his 30 plus years experience as an Attorney in California, Mr. Smith has handled nearly every kind of criminal case and is widely recognized by the Courts, Prosecutors and his peers as one of the area’s top Criminal Defense Attorneys. The overwhelming majority of Criminal Cases resolve through negotiation and plea bargaining. In fact, less than 3% of all criminal cases actually go on to Jury Trial, usually when the settlement offer from the prosecutor or the Court does not match the specific circumstance of the case. If you must go to trial, put Mr. Smith’s courtroom skills and Powerful Advocacy to work for your defense! Here is just a small sampling of some of our recent successes on behalf of our clients: NOTABLE CASES AND JURY TRIALS Client charged with felony assault with deadly weapon with prior convictions for Felony Assault. After extensive Defense Argument and Investigation, All charges and Probation Violations DISMISSED by Prosecutor. (13CF3207) Client charged with felony child abuse with allegation of serious bodily injury. Client found NOT GUILTY after JURY TRIAL. (Hon. Susanne Shaw presiding) Client charged in U.S. District Court with assaulting a federal officer. Charges against client DISMISSED after extensive negotiations with Assistant United States Attorney. Client charged with multiple counts of robbery of Fashion Island jewelry store. Allegations of use of firearm, possession of firearm by felon, gang membership and taking over one million dollars value found not true after JURY TRIAL. (Hon. Patrick Donahue, presiding) Client charged as third striker with possession for sales, possession of body armor by felon, possession of ammunition by felon, gang membership. Possession of body armor Dismissed, found NOT GUILTY of possession of ammunition after JURY TRIAL (Hon. Greg Prickett, presiding). Defendant avoids mandatory life term. Client charged in Santa Clara County with felony domestic violence and felony assault. Charge re

Jurisdiction:California, 9th Circuit, Federal Circuit

Practice Area

Victims’ Rights

Explains survivor rights in criminal cases, including notices, attendance, restitution, privacy, protection orders, and input at bail, plea, sentencing, and post-conviction hearings.

Family Law

Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.

Criminal Law

Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.

Languages

Croatian, English, Persian

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

Undergraduate Degree George Washington Univ LS
Fordham Univ

Associations

Member
California State Bar
1983 - Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Jul 13, 2025Googlevia Google

Karen Shaw

"Joseph P. Smith is my savior. He knows what he's doing, and I am thankful to have him in my corner. Joe and his staff are always pleasant, helpful, knowledgeable, and thorough. I have complete trust in Joe and his staff. I do my part and leave the rest to him, and I know I'm in capable, competent hands. Joe has saved me time and time again."

RATED 5.0

Jun 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Jeremy Merrill

"Joe is probably the most hands on attorneys you'll find in the system he has great knowledge of the law and his staff along with Joe treat you like your family when your represented by his firm I was looking at a lot of time in a few different cases Joe got me two years probation,I highly recommend Joseph p smith to anyone in need of legal help.thanx Joe you and your firm are life savers."

RATED 5.0

Jan 10, 2025Googlevia Google

M. White

"Joe got me off!!!!"

RATED 5.0

Aug 10, 2024Googlevia Google

mark basto

"Everyone is super kind and super helpful . Mr Smith is a beast and would recommend him any time ! Miss all the people in the office . Appreciate them for everything"

RATED 5.0

Aug 10, 2024Googlevia Google

Adilene Sanchez

"Excellent services, a person who inspires you a lot of confidence and who above all listens to you and helps you, we solved our problem in less than 1 year, we will always be grateful to you and Maria."

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