Atty. Erik D Smithweiss

Atty. Erik D Smithweiss

Erik D Smithweiss is a lawyer practicing customs law and litigation, international trade regulation, international law. Erik received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Erik D Smithweiss at a glance

Erik D Smithweiss is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Grunfeld Desiderio Lebowitz Silverman And Klestadt Llp. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on litigation and international. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1992), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1992), U.S. Court of International Trade (1993), and New York (1995). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 1992) and Hamilton College (B.A., 1987). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association (Section on International Law) Customs and International Trade Bar Association. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Erik D Smithweiss is a lawyer practicing customs law and litigation, international trade regulation, international law
  • Erik received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Erik practices at Grunfeld, Desiderio, Lebowitz, Silverman & Klestadt LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Erik D Smithweiss's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Erik D Smithweiss handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Los Angeles 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Erik D Smithweiss

Where is Erik D Smithweiss's law office located?
Erik D Smithweiss's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Grunfeld Desiderio Lebowitz Silverman And Klestadt Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Erik D Smithweiss handle?
Erik D Smithweiss focuses on litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Erik D Smithweiss practiced law?
Erik D Smithweiss has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Erik D Smithweiss go to law school?
Erik D Smithweiss earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Erik D Smithweiss for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Rutgers University
- 1992
B.A.
Hamilton College
- 1987

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of International Trade
Admitted: 1993
New York
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1996
California
Admitted: 2008

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