Atty. Cecil Douglas Smith

Atty. Cecil Douglas Smith

Cecil Douglas Smith is a lawyer practicing elder law, probate, estate and trust administration and 2 other areas of law. Cecil received a B.B.A. degree from Memphis State University in 1963, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Memphis Memphis 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Cecil Douglas Smith at a glance

Cecil Douglas Smith is a Member based in Memphis, Tennessee, practicing at Apperson Crump PLC. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1968), U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee (1968), U.S. Supreme Court (1971), and U.S. Tax Court (1972). Educated at Memphis State University (J.D., 1968) and Memphis State University (B.B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memphis, Tennessee and American Bar Associations Estate Planning Council of Memphis. Serands clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Cecil Douglas Smith is a lawyer practicing elder law, probate, estate and trust administration and 2 other areas of law
  • Cecil received a B.B.A. degree from Memphis State University in 1963, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Cecil practices at Apperson Crump PLC in Memphis, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Cecil Douglas Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Cecil Douglas Smith is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Tennessee →

Trusts

Cecil Douglas Smith is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Tennessee →

Probate

Cecil Douglas Smith is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Tennessee →

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.

Cecil Douglas Smith is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Tennessee →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Cecil Douglas Smith is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Cecil Douglas Smith

Where is Cecil Douglas Smith's law office located?
Cecil Douglas Smith's law practice is located in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm is Apperson Crump PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cecil Douglas Smith handle?
Cecil Douglas Smith focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Cecil Douglas Smith practiced law?
Cecil Douglas Smith has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Cecil Douglas Smith go to law school?
Cecil Douglas Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.B.A., 1963).
How can I contact Cecil Douglas Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Cecil Douglas Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Cecil Douglas Smith received?
Cecil Douglas Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Memphis State University
- 1968
B.B.A.
Memphis State University
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1972
Wyoming
Admitted: 2004

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