Atty. Daniel James Smith
Daniel James Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial, contracts & agreements, licensing and 8 other areas of law. Daniel received a M.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1990, and has been licensed for 64 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Baltimore, MD · 64+ Years Experience
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About Daniel James Smith at a Glance
Daniel James Smith is a contracts, employment, business, ip, and government attorney based in Baltimore, Maryland. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1962), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1997), District of Columbia (1998), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, U.S. Court of Veterans Appeals (1998). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1997) and Georgetown University (M.A. Washington, 1990). Serves clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel James Smith
- Daniel James Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial, contracts & agreements, licensing and 8 other areas of law
- Daniel received a M.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1990, and has been licensed for 64 years
- Daniel practices in Baltimore, MD
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel James Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel James Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Baltimore.
Contracts in Baltimore
Daniel James Smith is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Maryland →
Employment Law in Baltimore
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel James Smith is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maryland →
Business & Corporate Law in Baltimore
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel James Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →
Intellectual Property in Baltimore
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Daniel James Smith is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Maryland →
Government & Administrative Law in Baltimore
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Daniel James Smith is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Maryland →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Baltimore
Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Baltimore are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Baltimore Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Baltimore-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Baltimore Choose Daniel James Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel James Smith's practice in the field of contracts, employment, business, ip, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel James Smith brings 64+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, and District of Columbia, Daniel James Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, employment, and business, Daniel James Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Baltimore
A Baltimore-based practice means Daniel James Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel James Smith Handles in Baltimore
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel James Smith has experience with under Maryland law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel James Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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