Atty. Alvah O. Smith

Atty. Alvah O. Smith

Al Smith is a founding partner of the firm. He has exclusively practiced family law in Atlanta since 1985 including divorce, child custody and modifications and has specialized expertise in complex, high-income and large-asset divorces.

Atlanta Atlanta 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Alvah O. Smith at a glance

Alvah O. Smith is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Levine Smith Coburn & Koslin, LLC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1984). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1982) and Auburn University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Al Smith is a founding partner of the firm
  • He has exclusively practiced family law in Atlanta since 1985 including divorce, child custody and modifications and has specialized expertise in complex, high-income and large-asset divorces
  • Al is a frequent lecturer at family law seminars throughout the state of Georgia and the nation
  • Al’s goal is to resolve all cases in the most efficient and least adversarial manner, while ensuring each client is protected and receives the most advantageous result
  • He understands that going through a divorce is one of the most difficult and trying times in a client’s life and finds satisfaction in providing sound legal counsel and guidance to his clients
  • Al encourages all of his clients to try and settle, but is always prepared to take a case to trial if necessary
  • Prior to founding Levine Smith Snider & Wilson, Al was a partner at Warner Mayoue & Bates

Practice Areas Explained

Alvah O. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Where is Alvah O. Smith's law office located?
Alvah O. Smith's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Levine Smith Coburn & Koslin, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alvah O. Smith handle?
Alvah O. Smith focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Alvah O. Smith practiced law?
Alvah O. Smith has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Alvah O. Smith go to law school?
Alvah O. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
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What awards or recognition has Alvah O. Smith received?
Alvah O. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 1982
B.A.
Auburn University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1984

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