Atty. Helen M. Smith

Atty. Helen M. Smith

Helen M. Smith is a lawyer practicing elder and disability rights, estates & trust law, wills & living wills and 4 other areas of law.

Towson Towson 22 yrs experience 22 year
Call (443) 901-5746 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Helen M. Smith at a glance

Helen M. Smith is a Member based in Towson, Maryland, practicing at Pessin Katz Law, P.A.. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, ssd, and poa. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2004) and District of Columbia (2005). Educated at University of Baltimore School of Law (J.D. University, 2007). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Towson, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Helen M. Smith is a lawyer practicing elder and disability rights, estates & trust law, wills & living wills and 4 other areas of law
  • Helen has been licensed for 22 years
  • Helen practices at Pessin Katz Law, P.A. in Towson, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Helen M. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Helen M. Smith is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →

Probate

Helen M. Smith is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Maryland →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Helen M. Smith is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Helen M. Smith is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Maryland →

Power of Attorney

Helen M. Smith is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Helen M. Smith

Where is Helen M. Smith's law office located?
Helen M. Smith's law practice is located in Towson, Maryland. The firm is Pessin Katz Law, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Helen M. Smith handle?
Helen M. Smith focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, ssd, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Helen M. Smith practiced law?
Helen M. Smith has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Helen M. Smith go to law school?
Helen M. Smith earned their education at (J.D. University, 2007).
How can I contact Helen M. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Helen M. Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Helen M. Smith received?
Helen M. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
University of Baltimore School of Law
- 2007

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2004
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2005

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