Atty. Clayton D Smith

Atty. Clayton D Smith

Clayton D Smith is a lawyer practicing corporate law, taxation. Clayton received a degree from New York University in 1976, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Whitefish Whitefish 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Clayton D Smith at a glance

Clayton D Smith is a business and tax attorney based in Whitefish, Montana. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1975). Educated at New York University (LL.M., 1976) and Memphis State University (J.D., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Whitefish, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Clayton D Smith is a lawyer practicing corporate law, taxation
  • Clayton received a degree from New York University in 1976, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Clayton practices in Whitefish, MT

Practice Areas Explained

Clayton D Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Clayton D Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Montana →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Clayton D Smith is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Montana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Montana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Clayton D Smith

Where is Clayton D Smith's law office located?
Clayton D Smith's law practice is located in Whitefish, Montana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Clayton D Smith handle?
Clayton D Smith focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Montana.
How long has Clayton D Smith practiced law?
Clayton D Smith has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Clayton D Smith go to law school?
Clayton D Smith earned their education at (LL.M., 1976); (J.D., 1975).
How can I contact Clayton D Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Clayton D 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 Clayton D Smith received?
Clayton D Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.M.
New York University
- 1976
J.D.
Memphis State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1975

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