Atty. Charles Harrison Smith

Atty. Charles Harrison Smith

Charles Harrison Smith is a lawyer practicing appellate law, business law, litigation and 1 other area of law. Charles received a A.A. degree from Long Beach City College in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Charles Harrison Smith at a glance

Charles Harrison Smith is a Senior Associate based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Bohm Wildish Matsen Llp. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1985), United States District Court for the Central District of California (1986), United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit (1986), and United States District Court for the Southern District of California (1989). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D. Pepperdine, 1985) and Long Beach City College (A.A. United, 1980). Serands clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles Harrison Smith is a lawyer practicing appellate law, business law, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Charles received a A.A. degree from Long Beach City College in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Charles practices at Bohm Wildish & Matsen, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Harrison Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Costa Mesa 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 Charles Harrison Smith

Where is Charles Harrison Smith's law office located?
Charles Harrison Smith's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Bohm Wildish Matsen Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Harrison Smith handle?
Charles Harrison Smith focuses on business, real estate, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Charles Harrison Smith practiced law?
Charles Harrison Smith has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Charles Harrison Smith go to law school?
Charles Harrison Smith earned their education at (J.D. Pepperdine, 1985); (A.A. United, 1980).
How can I contact Charles Harrison Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Pepperdine
Loyola Law School
- 1985
A.A. United
Long Beach City College
- 1980

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
United States District Court for the Central District of California
Admitted: 1986
United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
United States District Court for the Southern District of California
Admitted: 1989

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