Atty. David B. Smith
David B. Smith is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law, rico, money laundering and 5 other areas of law.
Federal Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Alexandria, VA · 49+ Years Experience
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About David B. Smith at a Glance
David B. Smith is a Partner based in Alexandria, Virginia, practicing at David B. Smith, PLLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (Inactive) (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1980), Virginia Supreme Court (1986), and District of Columbia (1986). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1976) and Pembroke College, Oxford 1970-1972 University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David B. Smith
- David B. Smith is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law, rico, money laundering and 5 other areas of law
- David received a degree from Pembroke College, Oxford, and has been licensed for 49 years
- David practices at David B. Smith, PLLC in Alexandria, VA
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David B. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David B. Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Alexandria.
Criminal Defense in Alexandria
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Federal Crimes in Alexandria
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White Collar Crimes in Alexandria
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Appellate Practice in Alexandria
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Alexandria
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 Alexandria 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 venue, 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.
Alexandria Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Alexandria-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 Alexandria Choose David B. 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 David B. Smith's practice in the field of criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David B. Smith brings 49+ 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 Pennsylvania (Inactive), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court, and Virginia Supreme Court, David B. Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, federal crimes, and white collar, David B. Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Alexandria
A Alexandria-based practice means David B. Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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