Atty. Carl Elvin Smith

Atty. Carl Elvin Smith

Carl Elvin Smith is a lawyer practicing dissolution of marriage, family law, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law. Carl received a B.S. degree from California State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 38 years.

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About Carl Elvin Smith at a glance

Carl Elvin Smith is a Member based in Ava, Missouri, practicing at Carl E. Smith Attorney at Law. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, estate planning, real estate, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1988). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1988) and California State University (B.S. Los, 1971). Active member of The Missouri Bar Missouri Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Ava, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Carl Elvin Smith is a lawyer practicing dissolution of marriage, family law, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law
  • Carl received a B.S. degree from California State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Carl practices at Carl E. Smith Attorney at Law in Ava, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Carl Elvin Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Carl Elvin Smith is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Carl Elvin Smith is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Carl Elvin Smith is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Carl Elvin Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Carl Elvin Smith is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Carl Elvin Smith

Where is Carl Elvin Smith's law office located?
Carl Elvin Smith's law practice is located in Ava, Missouri. The firm is Carl E. Smith Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carl Elvin Smith handle?
Carl Elvin Smith focuses on divorce, family law, estate planning, real estate, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Carl Elvin Smith practiced law?
Carl Elvin Smith has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Carl Elvin Smith go to law school?
Carl Elvin Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S. Los, 1971).
How can I contact Carl Elvin Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1988
B.S. Los
California State University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1988

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