Atty. Michael A. Smith

Atty. Michael A. Smith

Michael Smith practices business law and securities law at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP. He concentrates on business, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, technology transactions, technology licensing, and banking and securities.

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About Michael A. Smith at a glance

Michael A. Smith is an Attorney based in Columbus, Ohio, practforg at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP. They haand 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1982). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1982) and Kenyon College (A.B., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of Columbus (Past Chairman, Business Law Committees Member: Corporate and Securities Law Committee Ohio Division on Securities Takeover Advisory and Negotiated Acquisitions Committee), Ohio State and American (Member, Corporate Law Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Smith practices business law and securities law at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP. He concentrates on business, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, technology transactions, technology licensing, and banking and securities
  • Mike joined CPM in February 1991
  • He currently serves as Chairman of CPM’s Business Law Practice Group

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Where is Michael A. Smith's law office located?
Michael A. Smith's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael A. Smith practiced law?
Michael A. Smith has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Michael A. Smith go to law school?
Michael A. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B., 1979).
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What awards or recognition has Michael A. Smith receiandd?
Michael A. Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1982
A.B.
Kenyon College
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1982

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