Atty. Ian Dickson Smith

Atty. Ian Dickson Smith

Ian Dickson Smith is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions, emerging growth/venture capital and 5 other areas of law. Ian received a B.S. degree from Art Center College of Design in 1990, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 27 yrs experience 27 year
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About Ian Dickson Smith at a glance

Ian Dickson Smith is a Partner based in Santa Monica, California, practforg at Cooley LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on family law, business, m&a, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in California (1999). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1999) and Art Center College of Design (B.S., 1990). Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ian Dickson Smith is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions, emerging growth/venture capital and 5 other areas of law
  • Ian received a B.S. degree from Art Center College of Design in 1990, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Ian practices at Cooley LLP in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Ian Dickson Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Santa Monica 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 substantiand 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ian Dickson Smith

Where is Ian Dickson Smith's law office located?
Ian Dickson Smith's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ian Dickson Smith handle?
Ian Dickson Smith focuses on family law, business, m&a, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ian Dickson Smith practiced law?
Ian Dickson Smith has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Ian Dickson Smith go to law school?
Ian Dickson Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact Ian Dickson Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1999
B.S.
Art Center College of Design
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1999

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