Atty. Ernest A Smithling

Atty. Ernest A Smithling

Ernest A Smithling is a lawyer practicing juvenile criminal law, criminal prosecution. Ernest received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1974, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Ernest A Smithling at a glance

Ernest A Smithling is a Dist. Atty. Off. based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1982). Educated at Southern University (J.D., 1981) and Syracuse University (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ernest A Smithling is a lawyer practicing juvenile criminal law, criminal prosecution
  • Ernest received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1974, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Ernest practices in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Ernest A Smithling's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ernest A Smithling handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Juvenile Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Where is Ernest A Smithling's law office located?
Ernest A Smithling's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ernest A Smithling handle?
Ernest A Smithling focuses on criminal defense, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Ernest A Smithling practiced law?
Ernest A Smithling has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Ernest A Smithling go to law school?
Ernest A Smithling earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Ernest A Smithling for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southern University
- 1981
B.A.
Syracuse University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1982

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