Atty. Douglas L. Smith

Atty. Douglas L. Smith

Douglas L. Smith is a lawyer practicing civil rights.

Waltham Waltham 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Douglas L. Smith at a glance

Douglas L. Smith is a civil rights attorney based in Waltham, Massachusetts. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1988) and Colorado (2000). Serands clients in Waltham, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Douglas L. Smith is a lawyer practicing civil rights
  • Douglas has been licensed for 38 years
  • Douglas practices in Waltham, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas L. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Where is Douglas L. Smith's law office located?
Douglas L. Smith's law practice is located in Waltham, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas L. Smith handle?
Douglas L. Smith focuses on civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Douglas L. Smith practiced law?
Douglas L. Smith has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
How can I contact Douglas L. Smith for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1988
Colorado
Admitted: 2000

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