Atty. Carol Paulson Smith

Atty. Carol Paulson Smith

Carol Paulson Smith is a lawyer practicing insurance, criminal law. Carol received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Redwood City Redwood City 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Carol Paulson Smith at a glance

Carol Paulson Smith is a criminal defense and insurance attorney based in Redwood City, California. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in California (1987) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1987). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 1987) and Stanford University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Redwood City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Carol Paulson Smith is a lawyer practicing insurance, criminal law
  • Carol received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Carol practices in Redwood City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Carol Paulson Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Carol Paulson Smith

Where is Carol Paulson Smith's law office located?
Carol Paulson Smith's law practice is located in Redwood City, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carol Paulson Smith handle?
Carol Paulson Smith focuses on criminal defense, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Carol Paulson Smith practiced law?
Carol Paulson Smith has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Carol Paulson Smith go to law school?
Carol Paulson Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 1987
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1987

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