Atty. Bradley Smith

Atty. Bradley Smith

Bradley Smith is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, wills and 11 other areas of law. Bradley received a B.A. degree from Macalester College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

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Profile Summary

About Bradley Smith at a glance

Bradley Smith is a Principal based in San Jose, California, practforg at Bradley Smith, Attorney at Law. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1979), and California (1995). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1977) and Macalester College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Santa Clara County Bar Association Minnesota State Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Über uns

  • Bradley Smith is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, wills and 11 other areas of law
  • Bradley received a B.A. degree from Macalester College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Bradley practices at Bradley Smith, Attorney at Law in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Bradley Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Bradley Smith is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

Trusts

Bradley Smith is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Probate

Bradley Smith is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

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.

Bradley Smith is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bradley Smith

Where is Bradley Smith's law office located?
Bradley Smith's law practice is located in San Jose, California. The firm is Bradley Smith, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bradley Smith handle?
Bradley Smith focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Bradley Smith practiced law?
Bradley Smith has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Bradley Smith go to law school?
Bradley Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Bradley Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Bradley 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 Bradley Smith received?
Bradley Smith's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1977
B.A.
Macalester College
- 1974

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
California
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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