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Gary S. Smithwick is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Smithwick & Belendiuk, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on government and entertainment. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1971), District of Columbia (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1974). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1971) and North Carolina State University (B. S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar North Carolina State Bar Federal Communications Bar Association. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Gary S. Smithwick is a lawyer practicing administrative, communications, radio and tv and 1 other area of law
- Gary received a degree from North Carolina State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Gary practices at Smithwick & Belendiuk, P.C. in Washington, DC
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Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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