Stephen “Steve” Smith

Stephen “Steve” Smith is the managing partner of Steve Smith Trial Lawyers and represents clients in Augusta, Portland, and communities throughout Maine. A trial lawyer with more than 28 years of courtroom experience, Steve handles homicide, manslaughter, sex crime, drug, domestic violence, white collar, and other serious criminal cases. He also represents clients in federal prosecutions and brings a disciplined, practical approach to matters involving significant personal and legal consequences.

Steve earned his J.D. from the University of Maine School of Law and a B.S. in International Relations from the University of Maine. He also completed a study abroad program at the University of Kharkov in Ukraine. His legal education is strengthened by more than two decades of military service, including work as a Judge Advocate General officer and military prosecutor. This background supports his careful case analysis, courtroom judgment, and ability to manage complex evidence and legal issues.

Steve founded his practice in 2000 and has represented thousands of clients across Maine. He has tried well over 100 serious state and federal jury cases, along with numerous bench trials. His criminal defense experience includes homicide, sexual assault, child pornography, drug trafficking, bank robbery, and environmental and wildlife prosecutions. He is admitted before Maine state and federal courts, the First Circuit Court of Appeals, the U.S. Supreme Court, and Maine tribal courts.

Stephen “Steve” Smith is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Maine State Bar Association. His experience in complex sex crime defense has led to invitations to lecture and train other attorneys on defending sexual assault and child molestation allegations. Clients facing homicide and other high-stakes charges benefit from his extensive trial record, military discipline, and commitment to thorough preparation, clear communication, and determined advocacy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Steve Smith Trial Lawyers
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, Maine State Bar Association, Family Law Section
• Member, Knights of Columbus

Licensed State

• Maine

Education

• University of Maine School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Maine
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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