Atty. Cecilia L. Smith

Atty. Cecilia L. Smith

Cecilia L. Smith is a lawyer.

Fairfax Fairfax 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Cecilia L. Smith at a glance

Cecilia L. Smith is an U.S. Dept. of Energy based in Fairfax, Virginia. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1989) and Virginia (1990). Educated at Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1986). Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Cecilia L. Smith is a lawyer
  • Cecilia L. received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Cecilia L. practices in Fairfax, VA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Cecilia L. Smith's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Cecilia L. Smith practiced law?
Cecilia L. Smith has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
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Cecilia L. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
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Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
- 1989
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1986

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1989
Virginia
Admitted: 1990

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