Atty. William Keller Smith

Atty. William Keller Smith

William Keller Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial, estate planning, trust and probate and 6 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Lincoln University in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years.

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Profile Summary

About William Keller Smith at a glance

William Keller Smith is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at William H. Smith & Associates. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1977), Georgia (1978), Ohio (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1990). Educated at Cleveland State University (J.D., 1977) and Lincoln University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Cuyahoga County and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Keller Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial, estate planning, trust and probate and 6 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Lincoln University in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • William practices at William H. Smith & Associates in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

William Keller Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

William Keller Smith is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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.

William Keller Smith is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cleveland 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 substantive 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Keller Smith

Where is William Keller Smith's law office located?
William Keller Smith's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is William H. Smith & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Keller Smith handle?
William Keller Smith focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has William Keller Smith practiced law?
William Keller Smith has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did William Keller Smith go to law school?
William Keller Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact William Keller Smith for a consultation?
You can contact William Keller 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 William Keller Smith received?
William Keller Smith's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland State University
- 1977
B.A.
Lincoln University
- 1970

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1977
Georgia
Admitted: 1978
Ohio
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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