Atty. Colleen Duffy Smith

Atty. Colleen Duffy Smith

Colleen Duffy Smith is a lawyer practicing complex civil litigation, securities, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Colleen Duffy received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1975, and has been licensed for 34 years.

San Jose San Jose 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Colleen Duffy Smith at a glance

Colleen Duffy Smith is a Partner based in San Jose, California. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, ip, and securities. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1992) and U.S. District Courts, Northern and Eastern Districts of California (1992). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1992) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Santa Clara County Bar Association State Bar of California The Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Member, Business Torts Section Mentor Program) Consumer Attorneys of California Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Colleen Duffy Smith is a lawyer practicing complex civil litigation, securities, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Colleen Duffy received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1975, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Colleen Duffy practices in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Colleen Duffy Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Colleen Duffy Smith is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Colleen Duffy Smith

Where is Colleen Duffy Smith's law office located?
Colleen Duffy Smith's law practice is located in San Jose, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Colleen Duffy Smith handle?
Colleen Duffy Smith focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, ip, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Colleen Duffy Smith practiced law?
Colleen Duffy Smith has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Colleen Duffy Smith go to law school?
Colleen Duffy Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Colleen Duffy Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Colleen Duffy Smith received?
Colleen Duffy Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1992
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Courts, Northern and Eastern Districts of California
Admitted: 1992

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