Atty. Cheryl Ives Smith

Atty. Cheryl Ives Smith

Cheryl Ives Smith is a lawyer practicing employment and labor law, discrimination law, education law and 1 other area of law. Cheryl received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Longmeadow Longmeadow 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Cheryl Ives Smith at a glance

Cheryl Ives Smith is a employment, civil rights, and education attorney based in Longmeadow, Massachusetts. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1983) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1993). Educated at Western New England College of Law (J.D., 1983) and Columbia University (M.A. Wellesley, 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Longmeadow, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Cheryl Ives Smith is a lawyer practicing employment and labor law, discrimination law, education law and 1 other area of law
  • Cheryl received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Cheryl practices in Longmeadow, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Cheryl Ives Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Cheryl Ives Smith is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Massachusetts →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Cheryl Ives Smith

Where is Cheryl Ives Smith's law office located?
Cheryl Ives Smith's law practice is located in Longmeadow, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cheryl Ives Smith handle?
Cheryl Ives Smith focuses on employment, civil rights, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Cheryl Ives Smith practiced law?
Cheryl Ives Smith has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Cheryl Ives Smith go to law school?
Cheryl Ives Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (M.A. Wellesley, 1977).
How can I contact Cheryl Ives Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Cheryl Ives 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 Cheryl Ives Smith received?
Cheryl Ives Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Western New England College of Law
- 1983
M.A. Wellesley
Columbia University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993

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