Atty. Garland Thomas Smith

Atty. Garland Thomas Smith

Garland Thomas Smith is a lawyer practicing general business law, real estate law, oil and gas law and 4 other areas of law. Garland received a B.I.E. degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Orlando Orlando 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About Garland Thomas Smith at a glance

Garland Thomas Smith is a Member based in Orlando, Florida. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on probate, business, real estate, and energy. Admitted to practice in Florida (1966), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1966), and Colorado (1991). Educated at University of Alabama (LL.M. Taxation, 1983) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.I.E., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chair, Standing Committee on LTGF, 2001—) Bar Associations The Florida Bar (Chairman, Continuing Legal Education Committee, 1994-1995 Former Chair and Secretary, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section Chairman, Oil and Gas Division Director Committe, Escambia-Santa Rosa and American and American College of Real Estate Lawyers. Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Garland Thomas Smith is a lawyer practicing general business law, real estate law, oil and gas law and 4 other areas of law
  • Garland received a B.I.E. degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Garland practices in Orlando, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Garland Thomas Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Garland Thomas Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Energy & Utilities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Garland Thomas Smith

Where is Garland Thomas Smith's law office located?
Garland Thomas Smith's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Garland Thomas Smith handle?
Garland Thomas Smith focuses on probate, business, real estate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Garland Thomas Smith practiced law?
Garland Thomas Smith has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Garland Thomas Smith go to law school?
Garland Thomas Smith earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1983); (B.I.E., 1963).
How can I contact Garland Thomas Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Garland Thomas Smith received?
Garland Thomas Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
University of Alabama
- 1983
B.I.E.
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1966
Colorado
Admitted: 1991

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