Atty. Edward J. Smith III

Atty. Edward J. Smith III

Recipient, American Jurisprudence award, Product Liability.

Syracuse Syracuse 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (315) 800-0747 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Edward J. Smith III at a glance

Edward J. Smith III is a Partner based in Syracuse, New York, practicing at Smith, Sovik, Kendrick & Sugnet, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern, Southern and Western Districts of New York (1991), and Massachusetts (2003). Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and St. Lawrence University (B.A. Government, 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Syracuse, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Recipient, American Jurisprudence award, Product Liability

Practice Areas Explained

Edward J. Smith III's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward J. Smith III

Where is Edward J. Smith III's law office located?
Edward J. Smith III's law practice is located in Syracuse, New York. The firm is Smith, Sovik, Kendrick & Sugnet, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward J. Smith III handle?
Edward J. Smith III focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Edward J. Smith III practiced law?
Edward J. Smith III has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Edward J. Smith III go to law school?
Edward J. Smith III earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Government, 1986).
How can I contact Edward J. Smith III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Edward J. Smith III received?
Edward J. Smith III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1990
B.A. Government
St. Lawrence University
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern, Southern and Western Districts of New York
Admitted: 1991
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2003

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