Atty. James E. Smith II

Atty. James E. Smith II

James E. Smith II is a lawyer practicing corporate and technology, commercial contracts, franchise and distribution.

Keyser Keyser 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About James E. Smith II at a glance

James E. Smith II is a Member based in Keyser, West Virginia, practforg at James E. Smith II. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on contracts and business. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1990), Maryland (1991), District of Columbia Virginia (1991), and California (1993). Educated at Washington University (J.D. West, 1993) and Hobart College (B.A Hobart, 1988). Active member of District of Columbia Bar West Virginia and Maryland State Bar Associations Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Keyser, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James E. Smith II is a lawyer practicing corporate and technology, commercial contracts, franchise and distribution
  • James E. received a degree from Hobart College in 1988, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • James E. practices at James E. Smith II in Keyser, WV

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Smith II's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

Practforg law in West Virginia. Legal matters in West Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Keyser are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate West Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in West Virginia 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 West Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James E. Smith II

Where is James E. Smith II's law office located?
James E. Smith II's law practice is located in Keyser, West Virginia. The firm is James E. Smith II. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Smith II handle?
James E. Smith II focuses on contracts, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has James E. Smith II practiced law?
James E. Smith II has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James E. Smith II go to law school?
James E. Smith II earned their education at (J.D. West, 1993); (B.A Hobart, 1988).
How can I contact James E. Smith II for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. West
Washington University
- 1993
B.A Hobart
Hobart College
- 1988

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1990
Maryland
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia Virginia
Admitted: 1991
California
Admitted: 1993

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