Atty. Barbara Rose Smith

Atty. Barbara Rose Smith

Barbara Rose Smith is a lawyer practicing general civil practice. Barbara received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara Rose Smith at a glance

Barbara Rose Smith is a litigation attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in California (1994), North Carolina (2000), and Iowa (2008). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 1989) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.S., 1986). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara Rose Smith is a lawyer practicing general civil practice
  • Barbara received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Barbara practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Rose Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara Rose Smith

Where is Barbara Rose Smith's law office located?
Barbara Rose Smith's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Rose Smith handle?
Barbara Rose Smith focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Barbara Rose Smith practiced law?
Barbara Rose Smith has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Barbara Rose Smith go to law school?
Barbara Rose Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Barbara Rose Smith for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 1989
B.S.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1986

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994
North Carolina
Admitted: 2000
Iowa
Admitted: 2008

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