Atty. D Christopher Smith

Atty. D Christopher Smith

D Christopher Smith is a lawyer practicing state and local government law, public finance. D received a degree from Creighton University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About D Christopher Smith at a glance

D Christopher Smith is an Attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on government. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1989). Educated at Creighton University (J.D. B.S., 1989) and Creighton University (B.S., 1986). Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • D Christopher Smith is a lawyer practicing state and local government law, public finance
  • D received a degree from Creighton University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • D practices at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

D Christopher Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about D Christopher Smith

Where is D Christopher Smith's law office located?
D Christopher Smith's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Dorsey & Whitney LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does D Christopher Smith handle?
D Christopher Smith focuses on government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has D Christopher Smith practiced law?
D Christopher Smith has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did D Christopher Smith go to law school?
D Christopher Smith earned their education at (J.D. B.S., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
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Education

J.D. B.S.
Creighton University
- 1989
B.S.
Creighton University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1989

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