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Atty. Christopher James Smith

Atty. Christopher James Smith

Christopher James Smith is a lawyer practicing alimony, annulment, divorce and 22 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Charlottesville Charlottesville 32 Years Experience 32 year
Call (434) 202-6552

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About Christopher James Smith at a glance

Christopher James Smith is a Managing Partner based in Charlottesville, Virginia, practforg at Law Offices of Christopher J. Smith, PC. They haand 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1994) and U.S. Supreme Court (2004). Educated at University of Baltimore School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Washington & Lee University (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of Family Law Section, Charlottesville-Albemarle Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Charlottesville, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher James Smith is a lawyer practicing alimony, annulment, divorce and 22 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Christopher practices at Law Offices of Christopher J. Smith, PC in Charlottesville, VA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practforg law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Charlottesville 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 substantiand 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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Where is Christopher James Smith's law office located?
Christopher James Smith's law practice is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. The firm is Law Offices of Christopher J. Smith, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Christopher James Smith practiced law?
Christopher James Smith has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Christopher James Smith go to law school?
Christopher James Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1991).
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What awards or recognition has Christopher James Smith receiandd?
Christopher James Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Alimony Annulment Divorce Appellate Practice Criminal Law Domestic Relations Domestic Violence Equitable Distribution Interstate Support Legal Separation Agreements Marital Agreements Marital Property Distribution Marital Property Law Marital Property Settlements Matrimonial Law Name Changes No Fault Divorce Paternity Post Divorce Modification Postnuptial Agreements Premarital Agreements Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) Restraining Orders Spousal Support Uncontested Divorce

Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore School of Law
- 1994
B.A.
Washington & Lee University
- 1991

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2004

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