Atty. David Jacques Smith

Atty. David Jacques Smith

David Jacques Smith is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, appeals and 5 other areas of law. David received a degree from Army Judge Advocate General's School in 2008, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Washington Washington 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About David Jacques Smith at a glance

David Jacques Smith is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practforg at Arentfox Schiff Llp. They haand 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1991), Louisiana (1991), District of Columbia (1997), and Maryland Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for th (1997). Educated at Army Judge Advocate General's School (51st Military Judge's Course Loyola University Class of 1988 B.A. cum laude National Judicial Colleg, 2008) and Louisiana State University (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Jacques Smith is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, appeals and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a degree from Army Judge Advocate General's School in 2008, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • David practices at ArentFox Schiff LLP in Washington, DC

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Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Where is David Jacques Smith's law office located?
David Jacques Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Arentfox Schiff Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has David Jacques Smith practiced law?
David Jacques Smith has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did David Jacques Smith go to law school?
David Jacques Smith earned their education at (51st Military Judge's Course Loyola University Class of 1988 B.A. cum laude National Judicial Colleg, 2008); (J.D., 1991).
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David Jacques Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

51st Military Judge's Course Loyola University Class of 1988 B.A. cum laude National Judicial Colleg
Army Judge Advocate General's School
- 2008
J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1991
Louisiana
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1997
Maryland Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for th
Admitted: 1997

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