Atty. David Stephen Smith
David Stephen Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law, business law and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Moravian College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.
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David Stephen Smith is a Member based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, practicing at David S. Smith. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1979), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (1981), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1984). Educated at Villanova U niversity (LL.M., 1989) and Moravian College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lehigh County, Northampton County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Allentown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David Stephen Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law, business law and 4 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Moravian College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- David practices at David S. Smith in Allentown, PA
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Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Allentown are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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