Atty. Gary Franklin Smith

Atty. Gary Franklin Smith

Gary Franklin Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice. Gary received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Woodland Woodland 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Gary Franklin Smith at a glance

Gary Franklin Smith is a Legal Servs. of N. CA based in Woodland, California. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1983), New Mexico (1986), Arizona (1986), and California (1988). Educated at Yale University (J.D. M., 1983) and Pennsylvania State University (B.A. Yale, 1977). Serands clients in Woodland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Gary Franklin Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • Gary received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Gary practices in Woodland, CA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Woodland 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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Gary Franklin Smith's law practice is located in Woodland, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Gary Franklin Smith practiced law?
Gary Franklin Smith has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
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Gary Franklin Smith earned their education at (J.D. M., 1983); (B.A. Yale, 1977).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D. M.
Yale University
- 1983
B.A. Yale
Pennsylvania State University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
New Mexico
Admitted: 1986
Arizona
Admitted: 1986
California
Admitted: 1988

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