Asa Smith, Esq.—Business-Focused Legal Strategist & Workplace Mediator

Clear Advice, Confident Action—Meet Asa Smith, Esq.

Asa Smith, Esq., is the co-founder of Smith Mediation Center and Smith Workforce Management Consulting Group, where he brings a rare combination of legal depth, people-first leadership, and strategic clarity to every client engagement.

With extensive experience in employment law, business advising, and conflict resolution, Asa is a trusted advisor to business owners, nonprofits, and professionals seeking to lead with vision—and operate with peace of mind.

He is a calm, thoughtful, and highly effective legal professional who helps clients move forward with purpose, no matter how complex the challenge.

📧 Email Asa directly: asmith@smithworkforce.com

📞 Schedule a consult: (248) 646-8000

📍 Based in Michigan | Serving clients nationwide

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A Legal Career Built on Real-World Business Insight

Asa is licensed to practice law in California, New York, Michigan, and Maryland and is admitted to the Southern and Eastern District Courts of New York. His legal background spans every stage of the employment lifecycle—from onboarding and compliance to dispute resolution and termination strategy.

His hands-on approach has helped companies prevent legal issues before they arise, align their policies with their values, and build healthier workplaces from the inside out.

Areas of Expertise:

Cross-Industry Experience That Translates Into Smarter Strategy

Over the years, Asa has worked with clients in a wide variety of sectors, giving him a 360-degree understanding of industry-specific challenges and opportunities.

Industries Served Include:

  • Finance and Banking
  • Pharmaceutical and Healthcare
  • Government and Public Sector
  • Non-Profit and Charitable Organizations
  • Manufacturing and Industrial
  • Retail and E-commerce
  • Real Estate and Construction

This broad experience means that Asa can quickly adapt to the nuances of your organization—whether you're scaling a startup or managing a legacy company with complex workflows.

A Collaborative, Human-Centered Approach to Legal Advising

Clients describe Asa as clear, focused, and disarmingly easy to talk to. He listens without judgment, communicates without jargon, and builds plans that balance legal integrity with business needs.

He’s particularly passionate about supporting:

  • Business owners and founders
  • HR professionals and operations leads
  • Nonprofit directors
  • Professionals facing internal team conflict
  • Organizations seeking mediation support

Whether he’s guiding a company through an internal workplace issue or advising a leadership team on succession strategy, Asa brings patience, pragmatism, and quiet strength to every session.

Education and Legal Credentials

Education

  • Juris Doctor, University of Michigan Law School
  • Master of Arts in Education, Michigan State University
  • Bachelor of Arts, University of Michigan

Bar Memberships & Legal Affiliations

  • Member, California State Bar
  • Member, New York State Bar
  • Member, Michigan State Bar
  • Member, Maryland State Bar
  • Admitted to the Southern District of New York
  • Admitted to the Eastern District of New York

He also served as Vice Chair of the Employment Division of the ABA Young Lawyers Division from 2016 to 2017—demonstrating his commitment to thoughtful leadership and evolving legal standards.

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Leadership That Supports Growth, Not Just Legal Compliance

Asa believes that a strong legal strategy should do more than just protect you—it should also empower you to grow, lead, and make decisions with confidence.

At Smith Mediation Center, he helps clients resolve issues before they escalate, build policies that work, and communicate more clearly as leaders.

Clients walk away from their sessions not just with answers but with a new sense of control over the road ahead.

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Ready to Talk? Asa Is Here to Help You Move Forward

You don’t need to carry the weight of uncertainty alone. Whether you’re facing a specific challenge or just need a thinking partner for a difficult decision, Asa is ready to support you with insight, respect, and strategy.

📧 Contact: asmith@smithworkforce.com

📞 Call Smith Mediation Center: (248) 646-8000

📍 Serving clients in Michigan and nationwide