Atty. Charles Douglas Smith

Atty. Charles Douglas Smith

Charles Douglas Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation in the employment, public accommodation, workers' compensation and 7 other areas of law. Charles received a B.A. degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Columbus Columbus 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles Douglas Smith at a glance

Charles Douglas Smith is a Member based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Charles D. Smith & Associates, LLC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, slip & fall, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1983). Educated at Capital University Law School (J.D., 1983) and Ohio Wesleyan University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Columbus Bar Association Ohio State Bar Association American Bar Association. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Charles Douglas Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation in the employment, public accommodation, workers' compensation and 7 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Charles practices at Charles D. Smith & Associates, LLC in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Douglas Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

Charles Douglas Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Charles Douglas Smith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Workers Compensation

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

Charles Douglas Smith is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Ohio →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Charles Douglas Smith is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Charles Douglas Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles Douglas Smith

Where is Charles Douglas Smith's law office located?
Charles Douglas Smith's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Charles D. Smith & Associates, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Douglas Smith handle?
Charles Douglas Smith focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, slip & fall, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Charles Douglas Smith practiced law?
Charles Douglas Smith has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Charles Douglas Smith go to law school?
Charles Douglas Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Charles Douglas Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Charles 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 Charles Douglas Smith received?
Charles Douglas Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Capital University Law School
- 1983
B.A.
Ohio Wesleyan University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1983

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