Atty. Banks Thomas Smith

Atty. Banks Thomas Smith

Banks Thomas Smith is a lawyer practicing civil trial practice, employment law, civil rights and 8 other areas of law. Banks received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Dothan Dothan 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Banks Thomas Smith at a glance

Banks Thomas Smith is a Member based in Dothan, Alabama, practicing at Hall Smith Prim And Freeman P A. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on probate, wrongful death, personal injury, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1985), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1986), and Florida (1987). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1985) and Auburn University (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Houston County Bar Association Alabama State Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Alabama Trial Lawyers Association Troy State-Dothan Continuing Education Advisory Counsel. Serands clients in Dothan, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Banks Thomas Smith is a lawyer practicing civil trial practice, employment law, civil rights and 8 other areas of law
  • Banks received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Banks practices at Hall, Smith, Prim & Freeman, P.A. in Dothan, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Banks Thomas Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Wrongful Death

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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.

Banks Thomas Smith is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Alabama →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Banks Thomas Smith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alabama →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Banks Thomas Smith

Where is Banks Thomas Smith's law office located?
Banks Thomas Smith's law practice is located in Dothan, Alabama. The firm is Hall Smith Prim And Freeman P A. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Banks Thomas Smith handle?
Banks Thomas Smith focuses on probate, wrongful death, personal injury, family law, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Banks Thomas Smith practiced law?
Banks Thomas Smith has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Banks Thomas Smith go to law school?
Banks Thomas Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Banks Thomas Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Banks Thomas 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 Banks Thomas Smith received?
Banks Thomas Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1985
B.S.
Auburn University
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1986
Florida
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
Admitted: 1989
U.S District Court, Southern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1998
Georgia
Admitted: 2016

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