Atty. C Jerome Smith

Atty. C Jerome Smith

C Jerome Smith is a lawyer practicing trials, civil, criminal law and 8 other areas of law. C received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1954, and has been licensed for 69 years.

Hammond Hammond 69 yrs experience 69 year
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Profile Summary

About C Jerome Smith at a glance

C Jerome Smith is a Member based in Hammond, Indiana, practicing at Law Office of Smith & Marshall. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1957), Florida (1957), and U.S. Supreme Court (1973). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1957) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1954). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hammond (President, 1975), Lake County (Chairman, Judicial Selection Committee, 1986-1990) and Indiana State Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Hammond, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • C Jerome Smith is a lawyer practicing trials, civil, criminal law and 8 other areas of law
  • C received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1954, and has been licensed for 69 years
  • C practices at Law Office of Smith & Marshall in Hammond, IN

Practice Areas Explained

C Jerome Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases C Jerome Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

C Jerome Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

C Jerome Smith is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hammond are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about C Jerome Smith

Where is C Jerome Smith's law office located?
C Jerome Smith's law practice is located in Hammond, Indiana. The firm is Law Office of Smith & Marshall. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does C Jerome Smith handle?
C Jerome Smith focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has C Jerome Smith practiced law?
C Jerome Smith has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did C Jerome Smith go to law school?
C Jerome Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1957); (B.A., 1954).
How can I contact C Jerome Smith for a consultation?
You can contact C Jerome Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has C Jerome Smith received?
C Jerome Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1957
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1954

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1957
Florida
Admitted: 1957
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1973

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