Atty. Eric James Smith
Eric James Smith is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business successions, nonprofit corporations and 2 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Evergreen State College in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Business Successions & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 35+ Years Experience
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About Eric James Smith at a Glance
Eric James Smith is a Wells Fargo Private Bk. based in San Francisco, California. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1991) and Utah (1993). Educated at University of California, Davis (J.D., 1991) and Evergreen State College (B.A. University, 1985). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric James Smith
- Eric James Smith is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business successions, nonprofit corporations and 2 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Evergreen State College in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Eric practices in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Eric James Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric James Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Trusts in San Francisco
Eric James Smith is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →
Estate Planning & Probate in San Francisco
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Eric James Smith is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Eric James Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Tax Law in San Francisco
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Eric James Smith is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 venue, 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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 San Francisco Choose Eric James 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 Eric James Smith's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric James Smith brings 35+ 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 California and Utah, Eric James Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and business, Eric James Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means Eric James Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric James Smith Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric James Smith has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric James Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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