Employment & Labor & More Attorney · Serving Cheyenne, WY · 25+ Years Experience
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About Ericka S. Smith at a Glance
Ericka S. Smith is an Associate based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, practicing at Buchhammer & Ward, P.C.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, employment, and ip. Admitted to practice in Wyoming (2001) and U.S. District Court, District of Wyoming (2001). Educated at University of Wyoming, College of Law (J.D., 2000) and University of Wyoming (B.A. Political, 1994). Active member of Wyoming Marketing Liaison-Annual Meeting, Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Cheyenne, WY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ericka S. Smith
- Ms. Ericka S. Smith is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, federal crime, licensing and 12 other areas of law
- Ericka received a B.A. degree from University of Wyoming in 1994, and has been licensed for 25 years
- Ericka practices at Buchhammer & Ward, P.C. in Cheyenne, WY
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Ericka S. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ericka S. Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cheyenne.
DUI / DWI Defense in Cheyenne
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Criminal Defense in Cheyenne
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Family Law in Cheyenne
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Employment Law in Cheyenne
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Intellectual Property in Cheyenne
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cheyenne
Practicing law in Wyoming. Legal matters in Wyoming are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cheyenne are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wyoming state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wyoming 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 Wyoming courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Cheyenne Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cheyenne-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 Cheyenne Choose Ericka S. 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 Ericka S. Smith's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, employment, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ericka S. Smith brings 25+ 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 Wyoming and U.S. District Court, District of Wyoming, Ericka S. Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and family law, Ericka S. Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cheyenne
A Cheyenne-based practice means Ericka S. Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Ericka S. Smith Handles in Cheyenne
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