Atty. Ilam Edward Smith

Atty. Ilam Edward Smith

Ilam Edward Smith is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, business law, civil litigation and 16 other areas of law. Ilam received a B.A. degree from Denison University in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Louisville Louisville 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Ilam Edward Smith at a glance

Ilam Edward Smith is a wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and estate planning attorney based in Louisville, Kentucky. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1986), U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1986), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1995). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1985) and Denison University (B.A. History, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Louisville and Kentucky Bar Associations. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ilam Edward Smith is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, business law, civil litigation and 16 other areas of law
  • Ilam received a B.A. degree from Denison University in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Ilam practices in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Ilam Edward Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Ilam Edward Smith is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Kentucky →

Trusts

Ilam Edward Smith is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Kentucky →

Probate

Ilam Edward Smith is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Kentucky →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Ilam Edward Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

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.

Ilam Edward Smith is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kentucky →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ilam Edward Smith

Where is Ilam Edward Smith's law office located?
Ilam Edward Smith's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ilam Edward Smith handle?
Ilam Edward Smith focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Ilam Edward Smith practiced law?
Ilam Edward Smith has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Ilam Edward Smith go to law school?
Ilam Edward Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. History, 1980).
How can I contact Ilam Edward Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Ilam Edward 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 Ilam Edward Smith received?
Ilam Edward Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1985
B.A. History
Denison University
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1995

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