Atty. David Joshua Smith

Atty. David Joshua Smith

David Joshua Smith is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, fiduciary litigation, civil litigation and 1 other area of law. David Joshua received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.

San Diego San Diego 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About David Joshua Smith at a glance

David Joshua Smith is a Co. Coun. Off. based in San Diego, California. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on trusts, real estate, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distric (1996). Educated at University of California, Davis (J.D., 1996) and University of California, Los Angeles (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Joshua Smith is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, fiduciary litigation, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
  • David Joshua received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • David Joshua practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Joshua Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Real Estate Law

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Intellectual Property

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Joshua Smith

Where is David Joshua Smith's law office located?
David Joshua Smith's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Joshua Smith handle?
David Joshua Smith focuses on trusts, real estate, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Joshua Smith practiced law?
David Joshua Smith has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did David Joshua Smith go to law school?
David Joshua Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact David Joshua Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Davis
- 1996
B.A.
University of California, Los Angeles
- 1991

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distric
Admitted: 1996

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