Atty. Anna Richardson Smith

Atty. Anna Richardson Smith

Anna Richardson Smith is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, international, senior housing and care team and 3 other areas of law. Anna received a M.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 1995, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Norfolk Norfolk 23 yrs experience 23 year
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About Anna Richardson Smith at a glance

Anna Richardson Smith is an Associate based in Norfolk, Virginia, practicing at Kaufman & Canoles A Professional Corporation. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on family law, employment, elder law, government, and international. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2003) and North Carolina (2016). Educated at Wake Forest University School of Law (J.D., 2003) and University of New Mexico (M.A. Wake, 1995). Active member of Associations • Virginia Bar Association • Norfolk-Portsmouth Bar Association • Red Cross of Southeastern Virginia Board Member. Serands clients in Norfolk, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Anna Richardson Smith is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, international, senior housing and care team and 3 other areas of law
  • Anna received a M.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 1995, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Anna practices at Kaufman & Canoles A Professional Corporation in Norfolk, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Anna Richardson Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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Employment Law

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Elder Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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International Law

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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 Norfolk 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 Anna Richardson Smith

Where is Anna Richardson Smith's law office located?
Anna Richardson Smith's law practice is located in Norfolk, Virginia. The firm is Kaufman & Canoles A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Anna Richardson Smith handle?
Anna Richardson Smith focuses on family law, employment, elder law, government, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Anna Richardson Smith practiced law?
Anna Richardson Smith has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Anna Richardson Smith go to law school?
Anna Richardson Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (M.A. Wake, 1995).
How can I contact Anna Richardson Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University School of Law
- 2003
M.A. Wake
University of New Mexico
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2003
North Carolina
Admitted: 2016

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