Atty. Frederick T. Smith
Frederick T. Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, class action, employment litigation and 4 other areas of law.
Class Action & More Attorney · Serving Charlotte, NC · 37+ Years Experience
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About Frederick T. Smith at a Glance
Frederick T. Smith is a Partner based in Charlotte, North Carolina. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, wage & hour, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989), Georgia U.S. Supreme Court of Georgia U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth, Seventh and Eleventh Circuits U. (1998), and North Carolina (2012). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1989) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1985). Serves clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Frederick T. Smith
- Frederick T. Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, class action, employment litigation and 4 other areas of law
- Frederick received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Frederick practices in Charlotte, NC
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Frederick T. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick T. Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charlotte.
Employment Law in Charlotte
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Frederick T. Smith is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in North Carolina →
Class Action in Charlotte
Frederick T. Smith is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in North Carolina →
Wage & Hour Disputes in Charlotte
Frederick T. Smith is one of 4,887 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in North Carolina →
Civil Litigation in Charlotte
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Frederick T. Smith is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charlotte
Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charlotte are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina 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 North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Charlotte Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charlotte-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 Charlotte Choose Frederick T. 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 Frederick T. Smith's practice in the field of employment, class action, wage & hour, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Frederick T. Smith brings 37+ 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 Illinois, Georgia U.S. Supreme Court of Georgia U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth, Seventh and Eleventh Circuits U., and North Carolina, Frederick T. Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, class action, and wage & hour, Frederick T. Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charlotte
A Charlotte-based practice means Frederick T. 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 Frederick T. Smith Handles in Charlotte
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Frederick T. Smith has experience with under North Carolina law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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