Atty. David James Smith

Atty. David James Smith

David James Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice. David received a B.S.S. degree from Cornell College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Mt. Vernon Mt. Vernon 38 Years Experience 38 year
Call (319) 487-0021

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About David James Smith at a glance

David James Smith is an attorney based in Mt. Vernon, Iowa. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1988), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1989), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1989). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1988) and Cornell College (B.S.S., 1985). Serves clients in Mt. Vernon, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David James Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • David received a B.S.S. degree from Cornell College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • David practices in Mt
  • Vernon, IA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mt. Vernon are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa 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 Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is David James Smith's law office located?
David James Smith's law practice is located in Mt. Vernon, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has David James Smith practiced law?
David James Smith has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did David James Smith go to law school?
David James Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S.S., 1985).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1988
B.S.S.
Cornell College
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1989

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