Stephen William Smith
Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC • Saint Joseph, MI
Corporate IncorporationEstate PlanningPersonal InjuryReal Estate
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800 Ship Street, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085, US
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Stephen William Smith is a distinguished attorney based in Saint Joseph, MI, specializing in Personal Injury and Real Estate law. With a dedicated focus on advising individuals, businesses, and associations, he expertly navigates a diverse array of legal matters, including corporate issues and estate planning involving wills, trusts, and estates. His extensive experience encompasses working with various clients, from property owners and entrepreneurs to buyers, sellers, and developers. Stephen is also well-versed in representing condominium and homeowner associations, as well as families ranging from young couples to empty nesters. A proud native of Coloma, Michigan, Stephen gained recognition in Southwest Michigan when he represented the University of Notre Dame in the Jeopardy! College Championship. He graduated magna cum laude from Notre Dame before earning his Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, D.C., where he contributed to the Georgetown Journal of Legal Ethics. With nearly a decade of legal practice in both public and private sectors across Washington, D.C., and Virginia, Stephen has been dedicated to private practice in Michigan since 2007. His legal acumen has earned him accolades, including being named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine in 2012 and 2013, and he was a candidate for Berrien County District Court Judge in 2014. Stephen is passionate about community service, actively contributing to local organizations such as the Berrien County Land Bank Authority and the Berrien County Historical Association. He also serves on the board of the Berrien Artist Guild and is an associate director at Honor Credit Union. A history enthusiast, he has been published in Michigan History Magazine, showcasing his commitment to both his profession and community. Through his expertise and dedication, Stephen William Smith continues to provide exceptional legal services while fostering meaningful connections within Saint Joseph and beyond.
About Corporate Incorporation Law
Corporate attorneys help businesses with formation, governance, compliance, and transactions. They advise on corporate structure and protect business interests. Common matters include business formation, corporate governance, shareholder agreements, compliance.
Credentials
Education
1998 Georgetown University Law Center JD - Juris Doctor 1995 University of Notre Dame BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2013 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine 2012 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine 2004 Top Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
Publications
2021 Michigan History Magazine Wright Here in Michigan's Twin Cities 2020 Foster Swift Agricultural Law News When it Comes to Land Contracts, One is the Loneliest Number 2020 Foster Swift Agricultural Law News Farm Land Contracts: Get it in Writing 2019 Foster Swift Agricultural Law News Farming Land Leases: Get it in Writing 2019 Foster Swift Finance Real Estate & Bankruptcy Law News What Buyers Need to Know About Purchasing Property in a Judicial Foreclosure in Michigan
Associations
2015 - Present Berrien County Historical Association Board Member and Secretary 2012 - Present Rotary Club of St. Joseph - Benton Harbor Member and Past President 2008 - Present Berrien County Land Bank Authority Member 2007 - Present State Bar of Michigan Member 2007 - Present Berrien County Bar Association Member
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Updated: May 25, 2026