Atty. Barbara Lee Smith
Barbara Lee Smith is a lawyer practicing general civil law, landlord and tenant law, domestic law and 5 other areas of law. Barbara Lee received a B.A. degree from Howard University in 1966, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Domestic Law & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 41+ Years Experience
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About Barbara Lee Smith at a Glance
Barbara Lee Smith is a divorce, child custody, probate, child support, and alimony attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1985) and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1985). Educated at Howard University (J.D. Forensic, 1973) and Howard University (B.A. Forensic, 1966). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Barbara Lee Smith
- Barbara Lee Smith is a lawyer practicing general civil law, landlord and tenant law, domestic law and 5 other areas of law
- Barbara Lee received a B.A. degree from Howard University in 1966, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Barbara Lee practices in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Barbara Lee Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara Lee Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Divorce in Washington
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Barbara Lee Smith is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in District of Columbia →
Child Custody & Visitation in Washington
Barbara Lee Smith is one of 30,982 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in District of Columbia →
Probate in Washington
Barbara Lee Smith is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in District of Columbia →
Child Support in Washington
Barbara Lee Smith is one of 24,443 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in District of Columbia →
Alimony / Spousal Support in Washington
Barbara Lee Smith is one of 10,588 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Barbara Lee Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Barbara Lee Smith's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, probate, child support, and alimony.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Barbara Lee Smith brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in District of Columbia and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, Barbara Lee Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and probate, Barbara Lee Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Barbara Lee Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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