Law Office of J.D. Smith, PLLC

Seattle Injury Attorney J.D. Smith

A Seattle injury team built around preparation, direct communication, and a practical understanding of how insurance companies evaluate claims.

J.D. Smith with members of the Law Office of J.D. Smith team
Our Team

Meet the Seattle Injury Team

From the first call through litigation, clients work with a small team that understands the details of the claim and stays involved as the case moves forward.

J.D. Smith, founder and attorney
Founder • Attorney

J.D. Smith, Seattle Injury Attorney

Representing injury victims since 1998

J.D. Smith brings more than two decades of experience helping injured people recover after serious accidents. Before representing injury victims, he worked as an insurance claims adjuster, underwriter, and defense attorney — giving him a practical understanding of how insurance companies evaluate, delay, and defend claims.

That insurance-side background shapes how the firm prepares cases today: identify the issues early, document the claim carefully, communicate directly with the client, and be ready to push back when an insurer undervalues what happened.

Tonja Smith, M.A., Office Manager, Intake Specialist, and Pre-Litigation Paralegal
Office Manager • Intake Specialist • Pre-Litigation Paralegal

Tonja Smith, M.A.

Tonja Smith, M.A. serves as the firm’s Office Manager, Intake Specialist, and Pre-Litigation Paralegal, bringing extensive experience in legal support, case intake, litigation administration, and client communication.

Her background includes years of work in the legal and mortgage banking fields, with experience involving litigation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, mortgage servicing, legal research, legal documents, and court-related matters. She has also held senior paralegal roles where she supervised and trained legal staff, managed confidential information, assisted with project implementation, and helped coordinate employee and client communications.

Tonja holds a Master’s degree in Organizational Management/Human Resources, a Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies with a Paralegal Certification, and additional human resources training. Her combination of legal, administrative, and HR experience helps support the firm’s intake process and day-to-day operations with professionalism, organization, and care.

Jocelyn Gil, Litigation Paralegal
Litigation Paralegal

Jocelyn Gil

Jocelyn Gil is a paralegal with more than a decade of experience in tort litigation. She assists with every stage of a case, from gathering records and organizing evidence to supporting attorneys as they prepare claims for resolution or trial. Her experience, attention to detail, and steady approach help keep cases moving while ensuring clients feel informed throughout the legal process.

Jocelyn is known for providing attentive, compassionate guidance to clients during what can be a difficult and unfamiliar time. She takes pride in being someone clients can rely on for patience, clarity, and consistent support. Outside the office, Jocelyn enjoys reading, traveling, spending time with friends and family, and connecting with nature on her morning walks.

Why clients choose this firm

Insurance-Industry Experience Applied to Injury Claims

The firm combines insurance-side experience with focused client service and trial-ready preparation.

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Insurance-Side Experience

J.D. has worked inside the insurance industry and knows how insurers evaluate claims and look for weaknesses.

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Personal Attention

The firm is selective about the cases it takes, allowing the team to stay close to the facts and the client.

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Trial-Ready Preparation

Cases are prepared with litigation in mind so the claim is supported before an insurer is asked to value it.

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Team Support

Intake, pre-litigation, and litigation support stay coordinated so clients know who is working on the case and what comes next.

“Insurance companies have teams protecting their bottom line. Injured people deserve someone just as prepared on their side.”
J.D. Smith • Founder

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