Atty. Michael Jay Smith
Mr. Michael Jay Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, general practice, civil practice and 1 other area of law.
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Michael Jay Smith is a criminal defense and litigation attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1990), New York (1991), Illinois (1991), and District of Columbia (1992). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1989) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1986). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Michael Jay Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, general practice, civil practice and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Michael practices in Washington, DC
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia
Practicing 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 substantive 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 substantive 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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