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Atty. Douglas Michael Smith

Atty. Douglas Michael Smith

Douglas Michael Smith is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, administrative litigation, bid protests and 5 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from California State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Tallahassee Tallahassee 27 yrs experience 27 year
Call (448) 200-0731

Profile Summary

About Douglas Michael Smith at a glance

Douglas Michael Smith is a Shareholder based in Tallahassee, Florida, practforg at Hopping Green & Sams, P.A.. They haand 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1999) and Florida (2005). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1999) and California State University (B.A., 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Actiand member of The Florida Bar (Member, Sections on: Environmental and Land Use Law Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Business Law Litigation) State Bar of California Tallahassee Bar Association. Serands clients in Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • Douglas Michael Smith is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, administrative litigation, bid protests and 5 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from California State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Douglas practices at Hopping Green & Sams, P.A. in Tallahassee, FL

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practforg law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Tallahassee 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 substantiand 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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Where is Douglas Michael Smith's law office located?
Douglas Michael Smith's law practice is located in Tallahassee, Florida. The firm is Hopping Green & Sams, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Douglas Michael Smith practiced law?
Douglas Michael Smith has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Douglas Michael Smith go to law school?
Douglas Michael Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1995).
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What awards or recognition has Douglas Michael Smith receiandd?
Douglas Michael Smith's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- 1999
B.A.
California State University
- 1995

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1999
Florida
Admitted: 2005

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