Atty. Douglas Edward Smith

Atty. Douglas Edward Smith

Douglas Edward Smith is a lawyer practicing class actions, complex litigation and jury trials, wage and hour and 2 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Seattle Seattle 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Edward Smith at a glance

Douglas Edward Smith is a Shareholder based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Littler Mendelson P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, wage & hour, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Washington (1987). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1987) and Stanford University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Edward Smith is a lawyer practicing class actions, complex litigation and jury trials, wage and hour and 2 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Douglas practices at Littler Mendelson P.C. in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Edward Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Class Action

Douglas Edward Smith is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Washington →

Wage & Hour Disputes

Douglas Edward Smith is one of 4,935 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Washington →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas Edward Smith

Where is Douglas Edward Smith's law office located?
Douglas Edward Smith's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Littler Mendelson P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Edward Smith handle?
Douglas Edward Smith focuses on employment, class action, wage & hour, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Douglas Edward Smith practiced law?
Douglas Edward Smith has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Douglas Edward Smith go to law school?
Douglas Edward Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Douglas Edward Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Edward Smith 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 Douglas Edward Smith received?
Douglas Edward Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Oregon
- 1987
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1987

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