Atty. Kathryn Hackney Smith

Atty. Kathryn Hackney Smith

Ms. Kathryn Hackney Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, corporate counsel, real property law.

Atlanta Atlanta 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Kathryn Hackney Smith at a glance

Kathryn Hackney Smith is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Brosnahan, Carpenter, Lyons & Smith, LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1995), Georgia Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1995), Georgia Court of Appeals (1996), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia (1997). Educated at University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 1995) and Auburn University (B.S.B.A. International, 1992). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Kathryn Hackney Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, corporate counsel, real property law
  • Kathryn received a B.S.B.A. degree from Auburn University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Kathryn practices at Brosnahan, Carpenter, Lyons & Smith, LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Kathryn Hackney Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Commercial Real Estate

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kathryn Hackney Smith

Where is Kathryn Hackney Smith's law office located?
Kathryn Hackney Smith's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Brosnahan, Carpenter, Lyons & Smith, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kathryn Hackney Smith handle?
Kathryn Hackney Smith focuses on business, real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Kathryn Hackney Smith practiced law?
Kathryn Hackney Smith has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Kathryn Hackney Smith go to law school?
Kathryn Hackney Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S.B.A. International, 1992).
How can I contact Kathryn Hackney Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Georgia School of Law
- 1995
B.S.B.A. International
Auburn University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1995
Georgia Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1995
Georgia Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1997

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