Atty. David Christopher Smith

Atty. David Christopher Smith

David Christopher Smith is a lawyer practicing juvenile criminal law. David received a B.A. degree from George Mason University in 1974, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Vienna Vienna 50 Years Experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About David Christopher Smith at a glance

David Christopher Smith is a Dep. Pub. Def. based in Vienna, Virginia. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1976), Ohio (1976), Virginia (1978), and Arizona (1987). Educated at American University (J.D., 1977) and George Mason University (B.A., 1974). Serves clients in Vienna, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • David Christopher Smith is a lawyer practicing juvenile criminal law
  • David received a B.A. degree from George Mason University in 1974, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • David practices in Vienna, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David Christopher Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Juvenile Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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 Vienna 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.

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Where is David Christopher Smith's law office located?
David Christopher Smith's law practice is located in Vienna, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Christopher Smith handle?
David Christopher Smith focuses on criminal defense, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David Christopher Smith practiced law?
David Christopher Smith has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did David Christopher Smith go to law school?
David Christopher Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
American University
- 1977
B.A.
George Mason University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1976
Ohio
Admitted: 1976
Virginia
Admitted: 1978
Arizona
Admitted: 1987

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