Practice areas: Family Law; view more
Licensed in Ohio since: 2007
Education: University of Cincinnati College of Law
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Zachary D. Smith, LLC
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Based in Cincinnati, attorney Zachary D. Smith focuses his practice exclusively on family law matters. He assists people throughout Ohio who are facing the end of their marriage, and helps them deal with divorce-related issues such as property division, child custody and visitation, and spousal and child support. Highly regarded by his fellow professionals, Mr. Smith has received an "AV" rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a "Superb" peer review rating through Avvo and is annually listed as one of Cincinnati's "Leading Lawyers." Mr. Smith has also been listed by Super Lawyers as a "Top 50" lawyer in Cincinnati and a "Top 100" Lawyer in Ohio.
He has been certified as a specialist in Family Relations Law by the Ohio State Bar Association, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and holds memberships in the Cincinnati Bar Association and Cincinnati Academy of Collaborative Professionals.
Mr. Smith attended Indiana University Bloomington as an undergraduate, where he received a Bachelor of Science in 2003. He went on to pursue his legal studies at the University of Cincinnati College of Law and was awarded his Juris Doctor in 2007. After graduation, Mr. Smith joined the Commonwealth of Kentucky's Department of Public Advocacy, where he served as an assistant public defender and obtained significant trial experience. He later entered private practice and was with a well-known Cincinnati family law firm before starting his own firm in 2015.
Admitted to practice in Ohio and Kentucky, Mr. Smith is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky.
Practice areas
Family LawFocus areas
Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Marital Property, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Prenuptial Agreements
- 100% Family Law
First Admitted: 2007, Ohio
Professional Webpage: https://www.zdslaw.com/attorney/smith-zachary-d/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Ohio State Bar Association -- Certified Family Relations Law Specialist, 2019
- Fellow - American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 2020
- Commonwealth of Kentucky, 2008
- Cincinnati Academy of Collaborative Professionals -- Co-Chair
- Ohio
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Kentucky, 2009
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio, 2009
- Kentucky
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 2020
- Ohio State Bar Association Certified Specialist -- Family Relations Law, 2019
Educational Background
- Indiana University, Bloomington
White Papers
- Divorce is a challenging ordeal. Executives and spouses of executives face an additional layer of complexity due to substantial executive compensation packages that must be addressed, valued and divided. Understanding how executive compensation is treated during divorce proceedings is crucial in pursuing a fair resolution. Attorney Zachary D. Smith, a recognized leader in family law, brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge and experience to the table. As a certified family relations law specialist and a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Zach has a proven track record of success in complex executive divorce cases. He has been selected for inclusion in Ohio Super Lawyers for multiple years, reflecting the valuable skill set and depth of understanding that he brings to every executive divorce case., Executive Compensation In Ohio Divorces, Family Law, 2025
- Judges don’t always get it right. In divorce cases – especially those with complex assets and many moving parts – a wrong decision can cost you significant financial interests and shape your future for a long time to come. Thankfully, the trial court doesn’t always have the last word. When the judge gets it wrong, what are your options?, Divorce Appeals In Ohio, Divoce Appeals, 2023
- While divorce always comes with challenges, both emotional and financial, couples with more complex assets will face unique hurdles when it comes to property division. Complex assets include illiquid, inherited, premarital or difficult-to-value assets such as: Investment real estate Businesses and business interests Stock options Restricted stock units Long-term incentive plans Adding to the complexities are issues such as characterization of marital vs. separate property, the length of the marriage and more. How can you make sure you get your fair share? What are the mechanisms for dividing complex assets? Is it possible to divide them without a drawn-out battle with your spouse?, Navigating Complex Divorce, Complex Divorce, 2021
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Presenter - Domestic Violence Civil Protection Orders, Presenter, Cincinnati Bar Association Continuing Legal Education, Cincinnati Bar Association, 2019
Honors
- Named to 2018 Super Lawyers List, Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
- Named Cincy Leading lawyer. , Cincinnati Leading Lawyers, Cincinnati Magazine, 2019
- Cincinnati Leading Lawyer - Cincinnati Magazine, Cincinnati Leading Lawyer, Cincinnati Magazine, 2018
- Named to Rising stars 2015-2016, Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2015
- Named 2020 Cincy Leading lawyers, Cincinnati Leading Lawyers, Cincinnati Magazine, 2020
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2018 - 2026
- Rising Stars: 2015 - 2017
Top Lists
Top 100: Ohio Super Lawyers: 2023 - 2026Certificates and credentials
Family Relations Law