Atty. David S. Smith

Atty. David S. Smith

Mr. David S.

Salem Salem 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (857) 264-5600 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David S. Smith at a glance

David S. Smith is an attorney based in Salem, Massachusetts. They haand 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1996), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1996), Maine (2002), and U.S. District Court, District of Maine (2002). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Massachusetts Maritime Academy (B.S., 1996). Serands clients in Salem, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. David S. Smith is a lawyer practicing admiralty / maritime, environmental / natural resources, corporate / incorporation
  • David received a B.S. degree from Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 1996, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • David practices in Salem, MA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Where is David S. Smith's law office located?
David S. Smith's law practice is located in Salem, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has David S. Smith practiced law?
David S. Smith has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
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David S. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1996).
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Education

J.D.
New England School of Law
- 1996
B.S.
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1996
Maine
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, District of Maine
Admitted: 2002

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