Atty. Elizabeth Thym Smith

Atty. Elizabeth Thym Smith

Elizabeth Thym Smith is a lawyer practicing business law, business litigation, commercial arbitration and 12 other areas of law. Elizabeth received a B.A. degree from Heidelberg College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

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Profile Summary

About Elizabeth Thym Smith at a glance

Elizabeth Thym Smith is a Partner based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on employment, business, workers comp, securities, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1997), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1998). Educated at Ohio State University (J.D., 1984) and Heidelberg College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Columbus (Chair, Common Pleas Committee, 1997-1999), Ohio State (Chair, 1997-1999 and Member, Federal Courts and Practice Committee), Federal (Vice-President, 2002-2003 President, 2003-2004) and American (Member, Litigation Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Elizabeth Thym Smith is a lawyer practicing business law, business litigation, commercial arbitration and 12 other areas of law
  • Elizabeth received a B.A. degree from Heidelberg College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Elizabeth practices at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Elizabeth Thym Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

Elizabeth Thym Smith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Elizabeth Thym Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Elizabeth Thym Smith is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Ohio →

Securities Law

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Product Liability

Elizabeth Thym Smith is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Elizabeth Thym Smith

Where is Elizabeth Thym Smith's law office located?
Elizabeth Thym Smith's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Elizabeth Thym Smith handle?
Elizabeth Thym Smith focuses on employment, business, workers comp, securities, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Elizabeth Thym Smith practiced law?
Elizabeth Thym Smith has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Elizabeth Thym Smith go to law school?
Elizabeth Thym Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Elizabeth Thym Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Elizabeth Thym Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Elizabeth Thym Smith received?
Elizabeth Thym Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Ohio State University
- 1984
B.A.
Heidelberg College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2004

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