Atty. David Hunter Smith

Atty. David Hunter Smith

David Hunter Smith is a lawyer. David received a degree from London School of Economics in 2006, and has been licensed for 14 years.

Washington Washington 14 Years Experience 14 year
Call (404) 689-5892

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David Hunter Smith is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2012), California (2012), Virginia (2012), and District of Columbia (2016). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 2010) and London School of Economics (M.Sc. London, 2006). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Hunter Smith is a lawyer
  • David received a degree from London School of Economics in 2006, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • David practices in Washington, DC

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing 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 substantive 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 venue, and the substantive 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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David Hunter Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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David Hunter Smith has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
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David Hunter Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (M.Sc. London, 2006).
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Education

J.D.
Yale Law School
- 2010
M.Sc. London
London School of Economics
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 2012
California
Admitted: 2012
Virginia
Admitted: 2012
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2016

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