Atty. Colin J. Smith

Atty. Colin J. Smith

Colin J. Smith is a partner in Holland & Knight's Northern Virginia office and a member of the firm's Real Estate Section.

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Profile Summary

About Colin J. Smith at a glance

Colin J. Smith is a real estate and estate litigation attorney based in Tysons, Virginia, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Admitted to practice in Connecticut, Connecticut Bar Association, New York, New York State Bar Association, District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, and Virginia, Virginia State Bar. Educated at Manhattanville College (BA) and New York Law School (J.D.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Tysons, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Colin J. Smith is a partner in Holland & Knight's Northern Virginia office and a member of the firm's Real Estate Section
  • Mr. Smith focuses his practice primarily on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including development, sales and acquisitions, financings, and leasing
  • Mr. Smith has extensive knowledge and experience with the leasing and operation of parking facilities
  • he served as outside counsel to a large national parking management company
  • His clients include landlords and developers, property management and leasing companies, general contractors, parking management companies, construction managers and commercial mortgage brokers, as well as varied private and governmental entities that own and lease real property

Practice Areas Explained

Colin J. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tysons 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 substantive 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Colin J. Smith

Where is Colin J. Smith's law office located?
Colin J. Smith's law practice is located in Tysons, Virginia. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Colin J. Smith handle?
Colin J. Smith focuses on real estate, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
Where did Colin J. Smith go to law school?
Colin J. Smith earned their education at (BA); (J.D.).
How can I contact Colin J. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Colin J. 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 Colin J. Smith received?
Colin J. Smith's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 USA, Real Estate; Construction, 2011.

Education

BA
Manhattanville College
- In Progress
J.D.
New York Law School
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 USA, Real Estate; Construction, 2011
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, Connecticut Bar Association
New York, New York State Bar Association
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar
Virginia, Virginia State Bar

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