Atty. Ellen W Smith

Atty. Ellen W Smith

Ellen W Smith is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, commercial litigation, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Ellen received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 1968, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Hackensack Hackensack 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen W Smith at a glance

Ellen W Smith is an Associate based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden, PC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1983) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1983). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 1983) and Columbia University (M.A. Columbia, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bergen County (Elder Law Committee, 1995) and New Jersey State Bar Associations Women Lawyers in Bergen. Serands clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ellen W Smith is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, commercial litigation, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Ellen received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 1968, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Ellen practices at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden, PC in Hackensack, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen W Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen W 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.

Ellen W Smith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Jersey →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Ellen W Smith is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New Jersey →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ellen W Smith

Where is Ellen W Smith's law office located?
Ellen W Smith's law practice is located in Hackensack, New Jersey. The firm is Pashman Stein Walder Hayden, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen W Smith handle?
Ellen W Smith focuses on employment, business, litigation, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Ellen W Smith practiced law?
Ellen W Smith has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Ellen W Smith go to law school?
Ellen W Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (M.A. Columbia, 1968).
How can I contact Ellen W Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Ellen W 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 Ellen W Smith received?
Ellen W Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University
- 1983
M.A. Columbia
Columbia University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1983

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