Atty. Duane Russell Smith
Mr. Duane Russell Smith is a lawyer practicing torts, admiralty law, family law.
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Duane Russell Smith is a personal injury, family law, and maritime attorney based in St. Petersburg, Florida. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Florida (1996). Educated at College of William &Mary (J.D., 1995) and City University of New York, City College (B.S., 1986). Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Duane Russell Smith is a lawyer practicing torts, admiralty law, family law
- Duane received a B.S. degree from City University of New York, City College in 1986, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Duane practices in St. Petersburg, FL
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Duane Russell Smith's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Duane Russell Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Duane Russell Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Duane Russell Smith is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Florida →
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Duane Russell Smith is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Petersburg 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 substantive 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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