James M. Smolich

A Knowledgeable Legal Advocate in Sacramento

Mr. Smolich earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Santa Clara University in 1982. He then obtained his Juris Doctorate degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in 1985. He became a member of the State Bar of California in 1985 and he is a certified specialist in the area of workers’ compensation.

Mr. Smolich represents injured and disabled individuals in matters involving Social Security disability, workers’ compensation, and personal injury claims. His practice focuses on representing construction workers, industrial workers, commercial drivers, and other hard-working people. He has been fortunate to represent numerous members from the Ironworkers, Laborers, Cement Masons, Glaziers, Carpenters, Operating Engineers, and Teamsters Unions.

Dedicated to Helping Our Clients

Because of the complex and ever-changing laws and regulations surrounding claims for compensation, it is important that our attorneys at Smolich and Smolich maintain a knowledge base that can best help all of our clients. This not only includes a solid education and legal training but being active in the legal community.

Mr. Smolich is a proud member of a number of associations, including:

• National Organization for Social Security Claimant's Representatives (NOSSCR), Member
• Sacramento Organization for Social Security Claimant's Representatives (SOSSCR), Member
• California Applicant Attorneys, Member
• Consumer Attorneys of California, Member
• Capital City Trial Lawyers Association, Member

A Certified Legal Specialist

Mr. Smolich is also a Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation from the State Bar of California since 1985. This means that he has demonstrated his experience and education in workers’ compensation law and passed a rigorous exam from one of the state’s highest legal associations. There are also a number of rules, standards, and requirements, which means that clients receive the highest standard of client service with the latest knowledge of the law.

Bar Admissions & Specialties

• California, 1985
• Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation, State Bar of California, 1994

Education

• McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, Sacramento, California
  • J.D. - 1985
• Santa Clara University
  • B.A. - 1982