Atty. Deborah M Smith

Atty. Deborah M Smith

Deborah M Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice, family law, bankruptcy and 7 other areas of law. Deborah received a A.S. degree from Bryant & Stratton in 1979, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Cocoa Beach Cocoa Beach 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Deborah M Smith at a glance

Deborah M Smith is a Member based in Cocoa Beach, Florida, practicing at Deborah M. Smith, Esq.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on divorce, chapter 7, child custody, chapter 13, and family law. Admitted to practice in Florida Florida Middle District Bankruptcy Court U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1988). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1988) and Bryant & Stratton (A.S. University, 1979). Active member of Dade County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Fort Lauderdale Claims Association South Florida Claims Association. Serands clients in Cocoa Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Deborah M Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice, family law, bankruptcy and 7 other areas of law
  • Deborah received a A.S. degree from Bryant & Stratton in 1979, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Deborah practices at Deborah M. Smith, Esq. in Cocoa Beach, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah M Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Common questions about Deborah M Smith

Where is Deborah M Smith's law office located?
Deborah M Smith's law practice is located in Cocoa Beach, Florida. The firm is Deborah M. Smith, Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah M Smith handle?
Deborah M Smith focuses on divorce, chapter 7, child custody, chapter 13, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Deborah M Smith practiced law?
Deborah M Smith has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Deborah M Smith go to law school?
Deborah M Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.S. University, 1979).
How can I contact Deborah M Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1988
A.S. University
Bryant & Stratton
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Florida Florida Middle District Bankruptcy Court U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1988

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