The Legal Smith Unleashed Sun, 08 Mar 2026 17:11:16 -0400 https://thelegalsmithunleashed.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 The Legal Smith Unleashed yes 3b02b2de-b7db-5a9d-98c3-c9ba2c182a8a Kurt Smith episodic false Welcome to The Legal Smith Unleashed, where no legal topic is off-limits! Hosted by Kurt Smith, this podcast dives deep into the legal issues that shape our world—from high-profile cases to everyday legal challenges that impact businesses, individuals, and society. Whether you’re a legal professional, law student, or just someone who loves a good legal debate, The Legal Smith Unleashed delivers expert insights, real-world analysis, and candid conversations that cut through the legalese. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Kurt Smith https://storage.buzzsprout.com/o6ixn05uwued6z4s5oow4nv9z8dw?.jpg The Legal Smith Unleashed Divorce of a Wealthy Couple - WIFE WANTS MORE! Divorce of a Wealthy Couple - WIFE WANTS MORE! In this episode of Legal Smith Unleashed, Attorney Kurt Smith takes you straight into the heat of a real custody trial, where the judge loses it, the attorneys clash hard, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. From disastrous client decisions to mind-blowing legal missteps, Kurt breaks down how one hearing turned into an all-out brawl, and how knowing your judge (and keeping your cool) can make or break a case. If you’ve ever wondered what courtroom drama really looks like, this episode pulls back the curtain. Spoiler: it's not for the faint of heart.

]]> In this episode of Legal Smith Unleashed, Attorney Kurt Smith takes you straight into the heat of a real custody trial, where the judge loses it, the attorneys clash hard, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. From disastrous client decisions to mind-blowing legal missteps, Kurt breaks down how one hearing turned into an all-out brawl, and how knowing your judge (and keeping your cool) can make or break a case. If you’ve ever wondered what courtroom drama really looks like, this episode pulls back the curtain. Spoiler: it's not for the faint of heart.

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-17701255 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0700 2306 1 15 full false Answering Your Family Law Questions - Q&A with Attorney Smith Answering Your Family Law Questions - Q&A with Attorney Smith Strap in! Attorney Kurt Smith is on one this week. From exposing one of the laziest lawyers in Las Vegas to torching shady custody tactics and breaking down what not to say in front of a judge, this episode is packed with courtroom chaos and unfiltered truth. Kurt and the crew pull no punches while calling out legal professionals who make things worse, not better, and the shady “gotcha” tricks that hurt real families. Oh, and wait ‘til you hear about the guy who bragged about “knowing the judge.” Spoiler: it didn’t help. This episode is part legal clinic, part flamethrower.

]]> Strap in! Attorney Kurt Smith is on one this week. From exposing one of the laziest lawyers in Las Vegas to torching shady custody tactics and breaking down what not to say in front of a judge, this episode is packed with courtroom chaos and unfiltered truth. Kurt and the crew pull no punches while calling out legal professionals who make things worse, not better, and the shady “gotcha” tricks that hurt real families. Oh, and wait ‘til you hear about the guy who bragged about “knowing the judge.” Spoiler: it didn’t help. This episode is part legal clinic, part flamethrower.

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-17579103 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 18:00:00 -0700 1851 1 14 full false Crocs in Court, Lawyers in Trouble & One Epic Legal Roast Crocs in Court, Lawyers in Trouble & One Epic Legal Roast You won’t believe what went down in court this week—unless you’ve met Attorney Kurt Smith. In this episode, a lawyer shows up wearing Crocs to a child support hearing (yes, really), opposing counsel gets wrecked in front of a judge, and Kurt delivers a takedown so brutal, even he had to admit it was too much. The team breaks down courtroom professionalism, how to turn the tables in litigation, and why showing up prepared (and properly dressed) might be the easiest win of all. This one’s part roast, part masterclass, and full chaos.

]]> You won’t believe what went down in court this week—unless you’ve met Attorney Kurt Smith. In this episode, a lawyer shows up wearing Crocs to a child support hearing (yes, really), opposing counsel gets wrecked in front of a judge, and Kurt delivers a takedown so brutal, even he had to admit it was too much. The team breaks down courtroom professionalism, how to turn the tables in litigation, and why showing up prepared (and properly dressed) might be the easiest win of all. This one’s part roast, part masterclass, and full chaos.

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-17506685 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 20:00:00 -0700 3217 1 13 full false Revenge in the Courtroom - Is it Worth it? Revenge in the Courtroom - Is it Worth it? When does a prank turn into a legendary revenge story—and what happens when a custody battle spirals into a showdown of epic proportions? In this wild episode, Attorney Kurt Smith relives his most dangerous act of petty revenge (hint: it involves moldy fountain water and scaling buildings in France), then takes us to the courtroom where a fierce “goblin” lawyer tries—and spectacularly fails—to get him sanctioned. From secret strategies to legal takedowns, this episode has everything: humor, high-stakes drama, and the sweet taste of victory. Don’t miss it.

]]> When does a prank turn into a legendary revenge story—and what happens when a custody battle spirals into a showdown of epic proportions? In this wild episode, Attorney Kurt Smith relives his most dangerous act of petty revenge (hint: it involves moldy fountain water and scaling buildings in France), then takes us to the courtroom where a fierce “goblin” lawyer tries—and spectacularly fails—to get him sanctioned. From secret strategies to legal takedowns, this episode has everything: humor, high-stakes drama, and the sweet taste of victory. Don’t miss it.

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-17441386 Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:00:00 -0700 2256 1 12 full false Finding Honest Legal Guidance: Stories to Save You Money Finding Honest Legal Guidance: Stories to Save You Money Attorney Kurt Smith and team are back with a raw episode that dives into the dark side of social services, custody court, and what happens when good people are pushed to the edge. This week: a CPS case goes south fast, a social worker gets caught on the stand with amnesia (convenient), and a courtroom moment hits so hard it stops everyone cold. From behind-the-scenes legal maneuvering to emotional gut-checks, this episode reminds us why every case is personal. If you thought family law was dry, think again.

]]> Attorney Kurt Smith and team are back with a raw episode that dives into the dark side of social services, custody court, and what happens when good people are pushed to the edge. This week: a CPS case goes south fast, a social worker gets caught on the stand with amnesia (convenient), and a courtroom moment hits so hard it stops everyone cold. From behind-the-scenes legal maneuvering to emotional gut-checks, this episode reminds us why every case is personal. If you thought family law was dry, think again.

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-17388100 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:00:00 -0700 2010 1 11 full false What to Do When Your Trial Doesn't Go as Planned What to Do When Your Trial Doesn't Go as Planned What do courtroom outfits, bizarre murder defenses, and reckless legal strategy all have in common? They’re front and center in this episode of Legal Smith Unleashed. Attorney Kurt Smith and the crew talk shop about why what you wear in court matters (spoiler: leave the crop tops at home), dissect the wild accusations in the Lindsay Shiver murder-for-hire case, and call out another cringe-worthy example of how not to act in front of a judge. Come for the murder trial, stay for the fashion advice—and don’t miss the part where someone shows up to court dressed like a GTA character.

]]> What do courtroom outfits, bizarre murder defenses, and reckless legal strategy all have in common? They’re front and center in this episode of Legal Smith Unleashed. Attorney Kurt Smith and the crew talk shop about why what you wear in court matters (spoiler: leave the crop tops at home), dissect the wild accusations in the Lindsay Shiver murder-for-hire case, and call out another cringe-worthy example of how not to act in front of a judge. Come for the murder trial, stay for the fashion advice—and don’t miss the part where someone shows up to court dressed like a GTA character.

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-17388088 Mon, 23 Jun 2025 22:00:00 -0700 2203 1 10 full false Unraveling Legal Troubles - Your Guide to Navigating the Law Unraveling Legal Troubles - Your Guide to Navigating the Law Ever wonder what happens when a family law case goes completely off the rails? Attorney Kurt Smith is back, and this time, he’s bringing the courtroom chaos with him. From bad lawyers who forget how to lawyer, to baby mama drama that ends with surprise custody twists, this episode is packed with real-life stories you won’t believe—and legal advice you actually need. Plus, Kurt dishes on a judge who straight-up roasts an attorney in open court. It’s loud, it’s wild, it’s Legal Smith Unleashed.

]]> Ever wonder what happens when a family law case goes completely off the rails? Attorney Kurt Smith is back, and this time, he’s bringing the courtroom chaos with him. From bad lawyers who forget how to lawyer, to baby mama drama that ends with surprise custody twists, this episode is packed with real-life stories you won’t believe—and legal advice you actually need. Plus, Kurt dishes on a judge who straight-up roasts an attorney in open court. It’s loud, it’s wild, it’s Legal Smith Unleashed.

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-17301741 Sun, 08 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0700 2305 1 9 full false Menendez, Custody Mayhem & Legal Shenanigans: Trial Tactics Unleashed Menendez, Custody Mayhem & Legal Shenanigans: Trial Tactics Unleashed In this jam-packed episode, Attorney Kurt Smith and the legal crew break down a wild custody case involving missing moms, secret babies, and one courtroom strategy twist after another. Learn what happens when you represent yourself in court (spoiler: it’s not good), how to turn a judge’s frustration into a win, and why knowing your judge is half the battle. Then, the gang dives deep into the infamous Menendez brothers' case — murder, privilege, therapy confessions, and all. It’s part legal drama, part true crime throwback, and fully unleashed. 

]]> In this jam-packed episode, Attorney Kurt Smith and the legal crew break down a wild custody case involving missing moms, secret babies, and one courtroom strategy twist after another. Learn what happens when you represent yourself in court (spoiler: it’s not good), how to turn a judge’s frustration into a win, and why knowing your judge is half the battle. Then, the gang dives deep into the infamous Menendez brothers' case — murder, privilege, therapy confessions, and all. It’s part legal drama, part true crime throwback, and fully unleashed. 

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-17211308 Fri, 23 May 2025 17:00:00 -0700 2311 1 8 full false Client Messed Up BAD, Lawyer Still WINS! Client Messed Up BAD, Lawyer Still WINS! Tune in to this week's episode to discover why even the biggest client mistakes are no trouble for Attorney Smith. 

]]> Tune in to this week's episode to discover why even the biggest client mistakes are no trouble for Attorney Smith. 

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-17210977 Thu, 22 May 2025 11:00:00 -0700 1837 1 7 full false When Family Fails: CPS, Guardianships, and the Hidden Costs of Doing Nothing When Family Fails: CPS, Guardianships, and the Hidden Costs of Doing Nothing In this powerful episode, Attorney Kurt Smith teams up with top real estate broker Eric Humes to dive into a heartbreaking real-world case from the Bronx—where tragedy struck a family and no one came fast enough to help. They explore what happens when neighbors, family, and even the system miss the warning signs, and why simply “calling it in” isn’t always enough. From the harsh realities of Child Protective Services (CPS) to the alternative path of filing for guardianship, Kurt and Eric break down how real action (and sometimes tough choices) can make the difference between saving a life—or reading about it in the news. This is a must-listen for anyone who cares about protecting the vulnerable. 

]]> In this powerful episode, Attorney Kurt Smith teams up with top real estate broker Eric Humes to dive into a heartbreaking real-world case from the Bronx—where tragedy struck a family and no one came fast enough to help. They explore what happens when neighbors, family, and even the system miss the warning signs, and why simply “calling it in” isn’t always enough. From the harsh realities of Child Protective Services (CPS) to the alternative path of filing for guardianship, Kurt and Eric break down how real action (and sometimes tough choices) can make the difference between saving a life—or reading about it in the news. This is a must-listen for anyone who cares about protecting the vulnerable. 

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-17051614 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0700 1864 1 6 full false Murder, Maroon SUVs & a Fool for a Client: The Robert Tellis Case Murder, Maroon SUVs & a Fool for a Client: The Robert Tellis Case When a public administrator gets tangled in a murder mystery that sounds straight out of a Netflix docuseries, you know Legal Smith Unleashed is on it. Attorney Kurt Smith and paralegal Dylan Smith dive into the bizarre and headline-grabbing case of Robert Tellis—a Las Vegas official turned murder suspect, turned self-proclaimed courtroom mastermind. From creepy sombrero disguises to shredded shoes under the couch, courtroom chaos, and a bold (but baffling) defense theory involving real estate conspiracies and planted DNA, this one has it all. Buckle up—this case is proof that truth is stranger than fiction. 

]]> When a public administrator gets tangled in a murder mystery that sounds straight out of a Netflix docuseries, you know Legal Smith Unleashed is on it. Attorney Kurt Smith and paralegal Dylan Smith dive into the bizarre and headline-grabbing case of Robert Tellis—a Las Vegas official turned murder suspect, turned self-proclaimed courtroom mastermind. From creepy sombrero disguises to shredded shoes under the couch, courtroom chaos, and a bold (but baffling) defense theory involving real estate conspiracies and planted DNA, this one has it all. Buckle up—this case is proof that truth is stranger than fiction. 

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-17025909 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0700 1978 1 5 full false Casey Anthony, Legal Loopholes, & The Court of Public Opinion Casey Anthony, Legal Loopholes, & The Court of Public Opinion Was justice served or outsmarted? In this episode of Legal Smith Unleashed, Attorney Kurt Smith teams up with criminal defense pro Tom Wells to dig into one of the most shocking—and controversial—courtroom dramas in recent history: The Casey Anthony case. From media frenzy to legal strategy, wild theories to real courtroom twists, they break it all down. Why couldn’t prosecutors prove murder? Did the jury get it right? And what does “corpus delicti” really mean? Plus, the team weighs in on Casey’s bizarre post-trial rebrand as a legal advocate. Buckle up—this one’s a legal rollercoaster. 

]]> Was justice served or outsmarted? In this episode of Legal Smith Unleashed, Attorney Kurt Smith teams up with criminal defense pro Tom Wells to dig into one of the most shocking—and controversial—courtroom dramas in recent history: The Casey Anthony case. From media frenzy to legal strategy, wild theories to real courtroom twists, they break it all down. Why couldn’t prosecutors prove murder? Did the jury get it right? And what does “corpus delicti” really mean? Plus, the team weighs in on Casey’s bizarre post-trial rebrand as a legal advocate. Buckle up—this one’s a legal rollercoaster. 

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-16950556 Fri, 11 Apr 2025 17:00:00 -0700 1871 1 4 full false Unraveling the Sherri Papini Hoax: A Legal Deep Dive Unraveling the Sherri Papini Hoax: A Legal Deep Dive It was the kidnapping story that gripped the nation—until the truth unraveled. This week, Attorney Smith dives into the bizarre and baffling case of Sherri Papini, the California mom who faked her own abduction in a real-life drama that shocked everyone, including law enforcement. From the staged injuries to the elaborate cover-up, Smith breaks down the legal twists, the charges, and the consequences, all with sharp insight and just the right amount of side-eye. What drives someone to such extremes—and what happens when the truth finally comes out? Tune in for a legal deep dive you won’t want to miss. 

]]> It was the kidnapping story that gripped the nation—until the truth unraveled. This week, Attorney Smith dives into the bizarre and baffling case of Sherri Papini, the California mom who faked her own abduction in a real-life drama that shocked everyone, including law enforcement. From the staged injuries to the elaborate cover-up, Smith breaks down the legal twists, the charges, and the consequences, all with sharp insight and just the right amount of side-eye. What drives someone to such extremes—and what happens when the truth finally comes out? Tune in for a legal deep dive you won’t want to miss. 

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-16920397 Fri, 04 Apr 2025 23:00:00 -0700 1830 1 3 full false Save the Crafts for Pinterest: Why Divorce Isn’t a DIY Job Save the Crafts for Pinterest: Why Divorce Isn’t a DIY Job Thinking about handling your own divorce to “save money”? Hold up — before you start Googling legal forms and watching sketchy YouTube tutorials, join Attorney Smith for a reality check. In this episode, we dive into the wild world of DIY divorce and why it’s not the weekend project you think it is. From overlooked paperwork to costly mistakes you can’t undo, Smith dishes out real talk, real cases (no names, we’re classy), and the real risks of going it alone.  We’re talking paperwork pitfalls, costly mistakes, and yes—even those infamous Vegas drive-thru weddings (and the equally wild divorces that follow).

]]> Thinking about handling your own divorce to “save money”? Hold up — before you start Googling legal forms and watching sketchy YouTube tutorials, join Attorney Smith for a reality check. In this episode, we dive into the wild world of DIY divorce and why it’s not the weekend project you think it is. From overlooked paperwork to costly mistakes you can’t undo, Smith dishes out real talk, real cases (no names, we’re classy), and the real risks of going it alone.  We’re talking paperwork pitfalls, costly mistakes, and yes—even those infamous Vegas drive-thru weddings (and the equally wild divorces that follow).

]]> Kurt Smith Buzzsprout-16878066 Fri, 28 Mar 2025 17:00:00 -0700 1829 1 2 full false What Your Lawyer Wishes You Knew Before You Called What Your Lawyer Wishes You Knew Before You Called Before you pick up the phone to call a lawyer, there are a few things you really should know! In this premiere episode of The Legal Smith Unleashed, host Kurt Smith breaks down the do’s and don’ts of handling a legal consultation. From being upfront about uncomfortable situations to understanding how attorneys price their cases, we cover everything you need to know to make the most of your legal representation.

And if you’ve ever wondered what happens when you call Attorney Smith at 3 AM… well, let’s just say, you’ll want to hear this one! Tune in as we discuss why having an expert legal professional in your corner can make all the difference in securing that Stellar Victory.

Subscribe now and stay ahead of the legal game!

]]> Before you pick up the phone to call a lawyer, there are a few things you really should know! In this premiere episode of The Legal Smith Unleashed, host Kurt Smith breaks down the do’s and don’ts of handling a legal consultation. From being upfront about uncomfortable situations to understanding how attorneys price their cases, we cover everything you need to know to make the most of your legal representation.

And if you’ve ever wondered what happens when you call Attorney Smith at 3 AM… well, let’s just say, you’ll want to hear this one! Tune in as we discuss why having an expert legal professional in your corner can make all the difference in securing that Stellar Victory.

Subscribe now and stay ahead of the legal game!

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