Atty. David Lawton Smith

Atty. David Lawton Smith

Mr. David Lawton Smith is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, employment law, litigation and 1 other area of law.

Denver Denver 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About David Lawton Smith at a glance

David Lawton Smith is a Member based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Ruegsegger Simons & Stern, LLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1977), Colorado (1992), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1992), and Oregon (1996). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1992) and University of Texas (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Denver Bar Association. Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Lawton Smith is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, employment law, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1986, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • David practices at Ruegsegger Simons & Stern, LLC in Denver, CO

Practice Areas Explained

David Lawton Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David Lawton Smith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Colorado →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

David Lawton Smith is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Colorado →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

David Lawton Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Colorado →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Lawton Smith

Where is David Lawton Smith's law office located?
David Lawton Smith's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. The firm is Ruegsegger Simons & Stern, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lawton Smith handle?
David Lawton Smith focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has David Lawton Smith practiced law?
David Lawton Smith has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did David Lawton Smith go to law school?
David Lawton Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact David Lawton Smith for a consultation?
You can contact David Lawton Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Lawton Smith received?
David Lawton Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Denver
- 1992
B.A.
University of Texas
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
Colorado
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1992
Oregon
Admitted: 1996

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