Business Law (Corporations, LLCs, Partnerships) & More Attorney · Serving Sheridan, WY · 27+ Years Experience
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About David C. Smith at a Glance
David C. Smith is a Member based in Sheridan, Wyoming, practicing at Lonabaugh and Riggs, LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and construction. Admitted to practice in Wyoming (1999) and Colorado (1999). Educated at University of Wyoming (J.D., 1999) and Cornell University (A.B. Economics, 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Sheridan, WY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David C. Smith
- Mr. David C. Smith is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation, business law (corporations, llcs, partnerships) and 3 other areas of law
- David received a A.B. degree from Cornell University in 1990, and has been licensed for 27 years
- David practices at Lonabaugh and Riggs, LLP in Sheridan, WY
Practice Areas Explained
David C. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David C. Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sheridan.
Trusts in Sheridan
David C. Smith is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Wyoming →
Estate Planning & Probate in Sheridan
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
David C. Smith is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Wyoming →
Business & Corporate Law in Sheridan
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David C. Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wyoming →
Real Estate Law in Sheridan
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David C. Smith is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Wyoming →
Construction Law in Sheridan
David C. Smith is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Wyoming →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sheridan
Practicing law in Wyoming. Legal matters in Wyoming are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sheridan are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wyoming state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wyoming 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 Wyoming courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Sheridan Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sheridan-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 Sheridan Choose David C. 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 C. Smith's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David C. Smith brings 27+ 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 Wyoming and Colorado, David C. Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and business, David C. Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sheridan
A Sheridan-based practice means David C. 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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Common Legal Issues David C. Smith Handles in Sheridan
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David C. Smith has experience with under Wyoming law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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