Atty. Donna Louise Smith

Atty. Donna Louise Smith

Donna Louise Smith is a lawyer practicing family law, collaborative law, probate and 2 other areas of law. Donna Louise received a degree from Loyola University School of Law, New Orleans LA, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Berkeley Berkeley 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Donna Louise Smith at a glance

Donna Louise Smith is a Member based in Berkeley, California, practicing at Law Offices of Donna L. Smith. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, juvenile, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1984). Educated at Loyola University School of Law, New Orleans LA University of Oregon (B.A., 1971) and Golden Gate University School of Law Class of 1996 (—). Active member of Alameda County and Contra Costa Bar Associations. Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Donna Louise Smith is a lawyer practicing family law, collaborative law, probate and 2 other areas of law
  • Donna Louise received a degree from Loyola University School of Law, New Orleans LA, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Donna Louise practices at Law Offices of Donna L. Smith in Berkeley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Donna Louise Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Donna Louise Smith is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Donna Louise Smith is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Juvenile Law

Donna Louise Smith is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Donna Louise Smith is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

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 Berkeley 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 Donna Louise Smith

Where is Donna Louise Smith's law office located?
Donna Louise Smith's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. The firm is Law Offices of Donna L. Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donna Louise Smith handle?
Donna Louise Smith focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, juvenile, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Donna Louise Smith practiced law?
Donna Louise Smith has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Donna Louise Smith go to law school?
Donna Louise Smith earned their education at (B.A., 1971); (—).
How can I contact Donna Louise Smith for a consultation?
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Education

B.A.
Loyola University School of Law, New Orleans LA University of Oregon
- 1971
Golden Gate University School of Law Class of 1996
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984

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