Atty. Chief Judge William E. Smith

Atty. Chief Judge William E. Smith

Chief Judge William E. Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation.

Providence Providence 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Chief Judge William E. Smith at a glance

Chief Judge William E. Smith is a Dist. J. based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1987) and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1987). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1987) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Chief Judge William E. Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation
  • William E. received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • William E. practices in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Chief Judge William E. Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chief Judge William E. 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 Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chief Judge William E. Smith

Where is Chief Judge William E. Smith's law office located?
Chief Judge William E. Smith's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chief Judge William E. Smith handle?
Chief Judge William E. Smith focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Chief Judge William E. Smith practiced law?
Chief Judge William E. Smith has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Chief Judge William E. Smith go to law school?
Chief Judge William E. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1982).
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1987
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1987

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