Atty. David S. Smith

Atty. David S. Smith

David S. Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, healthcare - labor and employment law, hospitality - labor and employment law and 4 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 56 J. Erfahrung 56 year
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Profile Summary

About David S. Smith at a glance

David S. Smith is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Venable Llp. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and health care. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1970), District of Columbia (1972), and Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U. (1999). Educated at University of Tennessee College of Law (J.D., 1970) and University of Tennessee (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships Virginia Bar Association Tennessee Bar Association District of Columbia Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David S. Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, healthcare - labor and employment law, hospitality - labor and employment law and 4 other areas of law
  • David S. received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • David S. practices at Venable LLP in Washington, DC and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

David S. Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David S. 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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Health Care Law

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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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David S. Smith

Where is David S. Smith's law office located?
David S. Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Venable Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David S. Smith handle?
David S. Smith focuses on employment, business, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David S. Smith practiced law?
David S. Smith has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did David S. Smith go to law school?
David S. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact David S. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact David S. 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 S. Smith received?
David S. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee College of Law
- 1970
B.A.
University of Tennessee
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1970
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1972
Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.
Admitted: 1999

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