Atty. Allan W. Smith

Atty. Allan W. Smith

Allan W. Smith is a lawyer practicing general civil trial practice, corporate law, business law and 5 other areas of law.

Richmond Richmond 55 yrs experience 55 year
Call (804) 533-3229 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Allan W. Smith at a glance

Allan W. Smith is a wills, trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1971). Educated at T.C. Williams School of Law (J.D., 1971) and Old Dominion College (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Allan W. Smith is a lawyer practicing general civil trial practice, corporate law, business law and 5 other areas of law
  • Allan received a B.S. degree from Old Dominion College in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Allan practices in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Allan W. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Allan W. Smith is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Virginia →

Trusts

Allan W. Smith is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →

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.

Allan W. Smith is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Allan W. Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Real Estate Law

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

Allan W. Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Allan W. Smith

Where is Allan W. Smith's law office located?
Allan W. Smith's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Allan W. Smith handle?
Allan W. Smith focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Allan W. Smith practiced law?
Allan W. Smith has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Allan W. Smith go to law school?
Allan W. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact Allan W. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Allan W. 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 Allan W. Smith received?
Allan W. Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
T.C. Williams School of Law
- 1971
B.S.
Old Dominion College
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1971

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