William Smith

William Smith is a Colorado family law attorney at Solutions Based Family Law who guides clients through divorce litigation, custody disputes, child support, mediation, arbitration, estate planning, and select criminal defense matters. As a founding partner, he focuses on helping individuals protect their families, rights, and futures during difficult transitions. His approach combines clarity, compassion, and steady advocacy for clients who need informed guidance in emotionally challenging legal situations and court-related decisions throughout each case.

William earned his J.D./MBA from Stetson University College of Law in 2008 after completing his B.S. at Florida State University in 2004. He was admitted to the Colorado Bar in 2008. His education and legal training support his work in family law, dispute resolution, estate planning, and criminal defense matters that require careful analysis, practical communication, strong preparation, and sound professional judgment across sensitive cases involving families, finances, and futures.

William previously served as a Deputy District Attorney in Colorado’s Fourth Judicial District, where he handled complex cases involving violent felonies and gang-related crimes. That prosecution experience helps him evaluate facts from multiple angles, respond under pressure, and prepare effective strategies. He also works as a trained mediator and arbitrator, helping parties resolve disputes through practical, cost-effective, and balanced alternatives to courtroom litigation when collaboration serves client goals and interests.

William Smith has numerous clients who turn to him for direct advice, supportive communication, and focused representation during important family and legal decisions. His professional involvement includes the Douglas/Elbert County Bar Association, Colorado Bar Association Family Law Section, Criminal Law Section, and Trust and Estate Section. William remains committed to helping clients make informed choices, reduce conflict when possible, and pursue solutions that protect long-term interests with confidence through each stage of representation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Solutions Based Family Law
• Incoming President, Douglas/Elbert County Bar Association (2025/2026)
• Member, Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section And Trust and Estate Section

Licensed State

• Colorado

Education

• Stetson University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Stetson University College of Law
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Florida State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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