Atty. Dirk Matthew Smits

Atty. Dirk Matthew Smits

Dirk Matthew Smits is a lawyer practicing county and local government law, appellate practice, city and 11 other areas of law. Dirk received a B.S.M. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Islamorada Islamorada 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Dirk Matthew Smits at a glance

Dirk Matthew Smits is a Managing Attorney based in Islamorada, Florida, practicing at Vernis & Bowling. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, construction, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Florida (1991), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1992), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. Bankruptcy Court Bar for the Southern District (1992). Educated at University of Miami Law School (J.D., 1991) and Tulane University of Louisiana (B.S.M. Accounting, 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Dade County Bar Association The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Islamorada, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dirk Matthew Smits is a lawyer practicing county and local government law, appellate practice, city and 11 other areas of law
  • Dirk received a B.S.M. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Dirk practices at Vernis & Bowling in Islamorada, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Dirk Matthew Smits's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dirk Matthew Smits handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

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

Dirk Matthew Smits is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

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Product Liability

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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 Islamorada 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dirk Matthew Smits

Where is Dirk Matthew Smits's law office located?
Dirk Matthew Smits's law practice is located in Islamorada, Florida. The firm is Vernis & Bowling. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dirk Matthew Smits handle?
Dirk Matthew Smits focuses on personal injury, employment, business, construction, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Dirk Matthew Smits practiced law?
Dirk Matthew Smits has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Dirk Matthew Smits go to law school?
Dirk Matthew Smits earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S.M. Accounting, 1988).
How can I contact Dirk Matthew Smits for a consultation?
You can contact Dirk Matthew Smits 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 Dirk Matthew Smits received?
Dirk Matthew Smits's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami Law School
- 1991
B.S.M. Accounting
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. Bankruptcy Court Bar for the Southern District
Admitted: 1992

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