Atty. David C. Smith

Atty. David C. Smith

David C. Smith is a lawyer.

Washington Washington 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About David C. Smith at a glance

David C. Smith is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practforg at Cleary Gottlieb Steen Hamilton Llp. They haand 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1989) and Virginia (2010). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 2010) and University of Virginia (B.A., 2007). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David C. Smith is a lawyer
  • David C. received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 2007, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • David C. practices at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP in Washington, DC

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practforg law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is David C. Smith's law office located?
David C. Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Cleary Gottlieb Steen Hamilton Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has David C. Smith practiced law?
David C. Smith has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
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David C. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A., 2007).
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 2010
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 2007

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
Virginia
Admitted: 2010

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