Atty. Alan D. Smith

Atty. Alan D. Smith

Alan D. Smith is a lawyer practicing business, bankruptcy & workouts, retail & consumer products and 11 other areas of law.

Seattle Seattle 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Alan D. Smith at a glance

Alan D. Smith is a Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in California (1979) and Washington (1995). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1979) and Princeton University (A.B. Chemistry, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Alan D. Smith is a lawyer practicing business, bankruptcy & workouts, retail & consumer products and 11 other areas of law
  • Alan received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Alan practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Alan D. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Alan D. Smith is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Washington →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Alan D. Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →

Real Estate Law

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

Alan D. Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Alan D. Smith is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Washington →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Alan D. Smith is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Alan D. Smith

Where is Alan D. Smith's law office located?
Alan D. Smith's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Perkins Coie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan D. Smith handle?
Alan D. Smith focuses on trusts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Alan D. Smith practiced law?
Alan D. Smith has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Alan D. Smith go to law school?
Alan D. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B. Chemistry, 1974).
How can I contact Alan D. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Alan D. 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 Alan D. Smith received?
Alan D. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1979
A.B. Chemistry
Princeton University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
Washington
Admitted: 1995

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