Atty. Edward Austin Smock

Atty. Edward Austin Smock

Edward Austin Smock is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Edward received a degree from Columbia, and has been licensed for 24 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Edward Austin Smock at a glance

Edward Austin Smock is a criminal defense attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in New York (2002) and California (2005). Educated at Columbia (—). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Edward Austin Smock is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Edward received a degree from Columbia, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Edward practices in San Francisco, CA

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Edward Austin Smock's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Where is Edward Austin Smock's law office located?
Edward Austin Smock's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Edward Austin Smock focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Edward Austin Smock practiced law?
Edward Austin Smock has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
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Practice Areas

Education

Columbia
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2002
California
Admitted: 2005

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