Atty. E. Hardy Smith
Hardy Smith is a courtroom lawyer with over three decades of experience representing clients in state and federal courts throughout Arizona. Having completed mediation training at Pepperdine University, he provides services as a mediator of litigated cases and disputes outside of litigation.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Tucson, AZ · 41+ Years Experience
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About E. Hardy Smith at a Glance
E. Hardy Smith is a Founder based in Tucson, Arizona, practicing at Law Office Of E Hardy Smith. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on contracts, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and breach of contract. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1985) and U.S. District Court, District of Arizona U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1985). Educated at University of Arizona (J.D., 1985) and University of Arizona (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Arizona Pima County Bar Association (Board of Directors, 2007—) Tucson Defense Bar Arizona Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Tucson, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About E. Hardy Smith
- Hardy Smith is a courtroom lawyer with over three decades of experience representing clients in state and federal courts throughout Arizona
- Having completed mediation training at Pepperdine University, he provides services as a mediator of litigated cases and disputes outside of litigation
- Hardy holds Martindale-Hubbell’s prestigious AV rating, awarded to lawyers who have earned the respect of their peers and who adhere to the highest ethical standards
- His litigation experience includes both prosecution and defense of personal injury claims, including medical malpractice and product liability
- insurance law and litigation, including coverage and bad faith claims
- contracts and contract litigation
- and other areas of civil litigation
- Hardy has represented scores of healthcare providers and other licensed professionals before Arizona state licensing boards (including medical, dental, nursing, osteopathic, psychologists, physical therapy, naturopathic, chiropractic, behavioral health and veterinary boards)
- He has assisted licensed professional clients in responding to complaints filed with regulatory boards, handling matters requiring mandatory reporting, providing representation in disciplinary investigations and administrative hearings and prosecuting appeals from administrative decisions
- Hardy provides his services as a mediator to facilitate negotiated resolution of disputes in lieu of uncertain, expensive and time consuming litigation
- This role allows him to apply the legal knowledge, advocacy skills and practical courtroom experience he developed over more than 30 years spent representing clients in their own legal matters
- His understanding of the law and the legal system, coupled with his mediation training and substantial experience evaluating litigation strategies, case values and probable outcomes, makes him invaluable as a facilitator of settlement outside the courtroom
- Hardy is a graduate of the University of Arizona College of Law (with distinction)
- He also obtained his undergraduate degree, a Bachelor of Science (with high distinction) in Animal Health Science from the University of Arizona College of Agriculture
- His law practice utilizes computer technology and electronic communication to provide more efficient and effective representation
- Hardy is a strong believer in the obligation of citizens to give back to their communities, both professionally and personally
- He is a trustee, past-president (2016-2021) and incorporator of the Pima County Bar Foundation, the charitable arm of the Pima County Bar Association, of which he is also a past president (2014-15)
- Hardy serves on the board of All Creeds Brotherhood, Inc., which owns and operates Sanctuary Cove, a nondenominational retreat and nature preserve
- He is a member of the Steering Committee of the Legal Community Against Hunger and served as its Chair and Co-Chair from 2004-2014
- He was a member of the board of the Diaper Bank of Southern Arizona from 2016-2022 and continues to serve on its Governance Committee
- He served on the board of the Foundation for Creative Broadcasting, which operates KXCI Community Radio (91.3 FM), from 2006-2012
- As a musician, he frequently performs for various community fundraising events
- For enjoyment outside of legal practice, Hardy enjoys making and listening to music (primarily in the “roots” and “Americana” categories), hiking, backpacking and camping with family and friends, and travel
- He has traveled fairly extensively in Mexico as well as several other Spanish-speaking countries and is comfortable with oral and written communication in Spanish
Practice Areas Explained
E. Hardy Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases E. Hardy Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tucson.
Contracts in Tucson
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Wrongful Death in Tucson
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Personal Injury in Tucson
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.
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Business & Corporate Law in Tucson
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
E. Hardy Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arizona →
Breach of Contract in Tucson
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tucson
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tucson are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tucson Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tucson-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tucson Choose E. Hardy Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish E. Hardy Smith's practice in the field of contracts, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and breach of contract.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
E. Hardy Smith brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Arizona and U.S. District Court, District of Arizona U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, E. Hardy Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, wrongful death, and personal injury, E. Hardy Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tucson
A Tucson-based practice means E. Hardy Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues E. Hardy Smith Handles in Tucson
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