Atty. Ian J. Smith

Atty. Ian J. Smith

Ian J. Smith is a lawyer practicing administrative law, employment law, human rights and 2 other areas of law.

Edmonton Edmonton 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Ian J. Smith at a glance

Ian J. Smith is a Partner based in Edmonton, Alberta, practicing at Miller Thomson LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on employment, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in Alberta (2005). Educated at University of Alberta (LL.B., 2004) and Simon Fraser University (M.A. L.S., 1996). Serands clients in Edmonton, AB and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ian J. Smith is a lawyer practicing administrative law, employment law, human rights and 2 other areas of law
  • Ian J. received a M.A. degree from Simon Fraser University in 1996, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Ian J. practices at Miller Thomson LLP in Edmonton, AB

Practice Areas Explained

Ian J. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Ian J. Smith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alberta →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Ian J. Smith is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Alberta →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Ian J. Smith is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Alberta →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alberta

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ian J. Smith

Where is Ian J. Smith's law office located?
Ian J. Smith's law practice is located in Edmonton, Alberta. The firm is Miller Thomson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ian J. Smith handle?
Ian J. Smith focuses on employment, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alberta.
How long has Ian J. Smith practiced law?
Ian J. Smith has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Ian J. Smith go to law school?
Ian J. Smith earned their education at (LL.B., 2004); (M.A. L.S., 1996).
How can I contact Ian J. Smith for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
University of Alberta
- 2004
M.A. L.S.
Simon Fraser University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Alberta
Admitted: 2005

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