Richard Jay Smith

Richard, a seasoned attorney with over three decades of experience, has dedicated his career to personal injury, vehicle collision, workers’ compensation, and social security disability cases in Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina. His deep familiarity with local doctors and juries offers a distinct advantage for his clients, ensuring personalized attention as cases are exclusively handled by Richard or his partner, Scott. Coming from a working-class background, Richard has a strong affinity for representing everyday individuals, influenced by his upbringing. With a father who served as both a police and Coast Guard officer and a mother who worked at JCPenney, Richard understands the value of hard work. This foundation, along with unwavering family support, paved the way for his success. Guided by his faith, Richard believes in pursuing a path aligned with God’s will, feeling a deep calling to assist those injured in obtaining fair compensation.