Atty. Craig Howard Smith

Atty. Craig Howard Smith

Craig Howard Smith is a lawyer practicing taxation law, estate planning law, estate administration law and 2 other areas of law. Craig Howard received a degree from College of William & Mary in 1980, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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About Craig Howard Smith at a glance

Craig Howard Smith is a Member based in White Stone, Virginia. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1979) and U.S. Tax Court (1980). Educated at College of William & Mary (M.L.T. Princeton, 1980) and College of William & Mary (J.D. M.L.T., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Northern Neck. Serands clients in White Stone, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Craig Howard Smith is a lawyer practicing taxation law, estate planning law, estate administration law and 2 other areas of law
  • Craig Howard received a degree from College of William & Mary in 1980, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Craig Howard practices in White Stone, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Craig Howard Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Craig Howard Smith is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →

Probate

Craig Howard Smith is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Virginia →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Craig Howard Smith is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Craig Howard Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Tax Law

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

Craig Howard Smith is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Virginia →

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 White Stone 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 Craig Howard Smith

Where is Craig Howard Smith's law office located?
Craig Howard Smith's law practice is located in White Stone, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Craig Howard Smith handle?
Craig Howard Smith focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Craig Howard Smith practiced law?
Craig Howard Smith has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Craig Howard Smith go to law school?
Craig Howard Smith earned their education at (M.L.T. Princeton, 1980); (J.D. M.L.T., 1979).
How can I contact Craig Howard Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Craig Howard 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 Craig Howard Smith received?
Craig Howard Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

M.L.T. Princeton
College of William & Mary
- 1980
J.D. M.L.T.
College of William & Mary
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1980

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