Atty. Brian B. Smith
Brian B. Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, personal injury, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Brian B. Smith at a Glance
Brian B. Smith is a Legal Services of Eastern MI based in Seattle, Washington. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1984). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1984) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Michigan Oakland County and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian B. Smith
- Brian B. Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, personal injury, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law
- Brian B. received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Brian B. practices in Seattle, WA
Practice Areas Explained
Brian B. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian B. Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Personal Injury in Seattle
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.
Brian B. Smith is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →
Employment Law in Seattle
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Brian B. Smith is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →
Business & Corporate Law in Seattle
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Brian B. Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →
Securities Law in Seattle
Brian B. Smith is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Washington →
Civil Litigation in Seattle
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Brian B. Smith is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-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 Seattle Choose Brian B. 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 Brian B. Smith's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, business, securities, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian B. Smith brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and business, Brian B. Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Brian B. Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian B. Smith Handles in Seattle
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian B. Smith has experience with under Washington law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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