Representative Matters
The following representative matters illustrate the breadth and complexity of litigation handled by the Law Offices of Jason Ari Smith, P.A. Specific case details are kept confidential to protect client privacy.
Business litigation
Obtained dismissal of all claims against a commercial lender and a business consultant in a securities fraud and civil RICO action. A $1.5MM judgment was later entered against co-defendants represented by other counsel.
Obtained a $486,000 judgment against financial advisors in an investment fraud action.
Used document metadata to show that counsel disqualified by the court had continued drafting filings for the opposing party, leading to dismissal of all claims against client.
Obtained a confidential settlement for a minority shareholder who alleged being denied access to corporate records, terminated from employment, and pressured to sell an ownership interest below fair value.
Obtained a confidential settlement for a minority shareholder who alleged being denied access to corporate records.
Real Estate Litigation
Obtained judgment for a homeowner in a foreclosure action, along with sanctions against the opposing party, after proving the loan documents had been fabricated, and the homeowner's signature had been forged.
Obtained dismissal of all claims against a real estate broker in a fraudulent nondisclosure action involving a multimillion-dollar property, then resolved a six-figure indemnity claim by co-defendants through settlement.
Obtained dismissal of all claims seeking to enforce a sales contract against a property owner.
Obtained judgment awarding possession of real property and statutory damages in an unlawful entry and detainer action.
Obtained a confidential settlement for a commercial real estate broker in a dispute over entitlement to a commission.