Atty. Donald Edward Smith

Atty. Donald Edward Smith

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Donald Edward Smith is a contracts, family law, immigration, business, and real estate attorney based in South San Francisco, California, practicing at Litwin & Smith. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Florida (1986) and California (2019). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1984) and University of Santa Clara (B.S., 1980). Serands clients in South San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Mr. Donald Edward Smith practices at Litwin & Smith Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

Donald Edward Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Family Law

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Immigration Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donald Edward Smith

Where is Donald Edward Smith's law office located?
Donald Edward Smith's law practice is located in South San Francisco, California. The firm is Litwin & Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald Edward Smith handle?
Donald Edward Smith focuses on contracts, family law, immigration, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Donald Edward Smith practiced law?
Donald Edward Smith has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Donald Edward Smith go to law school?
Donald Edward Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact Donald Edward Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara
- 1984
B.S.
University of Santa Clara
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1986
California
Admitted: 2019

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