Glenn N. Smith

Overview

Glenn N. Smith is an experienced trial lawyer concentrating in complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts. Much of Mr. Smith’s practice is focused on the representation of clients involved in or related to real estate development. Thus, he has prepared and tried numerous cases on matters such as:

Contract Disputes
Zoning and Land Use
Business Disputes and Business Torts
Professional Malpractice
Construction Defects
Bid Protests

In these matters, Mr. Smith has represented such clients as builders/developers, design professionals, contractors, subcontractors and lenders. He is also experienced in general commercial matters and administrative law.

Prior to joining the firm, Mr Smith was Assistant Attorney General with the Civil Division, Florida Department of Legal Affairs.

Bar Admissions

Florida

Education

J.D., Florida State University School of Law, Honors, 1973
B.A., Valdosta State College, 1968

Experience

Professional and Community Involvement

American Academy of Trial Lawyers, Member
American Bar Association, Member
Broward County Bar Association, Member
The Florida Bar
- Administrative and Local Governmental Law Section, Member
- Trial Lawyers Section, Member

Awards

Recognitions

U.S. News & World Report, “Best Lawyers in America,” “Lawyer of the Year,” Litigation, Real Estate, 2017, 2024
U.S. News & World Report, “Best Lawyers in America,” Litigation, Construction, 2012-2024
U.S. News & World Report, “Best Lawyers in America,” Litigation, Land Use & Zoning, 2012-2024
U.S. News & World Report, “Best Lawyers in America,” Commercial Litigation, 2013-2024
U.S. News & World Report, “Best Lawyers in America,” Litigation, Real Estate, 2013-2024
Fort Lauderdale Illustrated, “Top Lawyers” 2021 & 2022
Martindale-Hubbell, Rated AV Preeminent®
Super Lawyers magazine, Florida “Super Lawyers,” Construction Litigation, 2008-2013
The American Lawyer magazine, “Top Rated Lawyers,” 2012

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