Atty. Howard John Smith
Mr. Howard John Smith is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business law, commercial real estate and 7 other areas of law.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Jacksonville, FL · 33+ Years Experience
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About Howard John Smith at a Glance
Howard John Smith is an Attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Heekin Law. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on residential, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Florida (1993). Educated at University of Florida (J.D. Journalism, 1992) and University of Florida (B.S. Journalism, 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Howard John Smith
- Mr. Howard John Smith is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business law, commercial real estate and 7 other areas of law
- Howard received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1981, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Howard practices at Heekin Law in Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Howard John Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard John Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Jacksonville.
Residential Real Estate in Jacksonville
Howard John Smith is one of 9,272 residential attorneys indexed nationally. Browse residential attorneys in Florida →
Trusts in Jacksonville
Howard John Smith is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →
Probate in Jacksonville
Howard John Smith is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →
Estate Planning & Probate in Jacksonville
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Howard John Smith is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in Jacksonville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Howard John Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Jacksonville
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 Jacksonville 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 venue, 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.
Jacksonville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Jacksonville-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 Jacksonville Choose Howard John 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 Howard John Smith's practice in the field of residential, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Howard John Smith brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering residential, trusts, and probate, Howard John Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Jacksonville
A Jacksonville-based practice means Howard John Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Howard John Smith Handles in Jacksonville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Howard John Smith has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Howard John Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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