Atty. J. Alan Smith, Esq.

Atty. J. Alan Smith, Esq.

J. Alan Smith, Esq. is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, corporate, family law and 14 other areas of law.

Lima Lima 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Alan Smith, Esq. at a glance

J. Alan Smith, Esq. is a Member based in Lima, Ohio, practicing at Cory, Meredith, Witter & Smith, L.P.A.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1989) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1992). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D. B.S., 1989) and Case Western Reserve University (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Allen and Ohio State Bar Association Defense Research Institute Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys. Serands clients in Lima, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J. Alan Smith, Esq. is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, corporate, family law and 14 other areas of law
  • J. Alan received a degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • J. Alan practices at Cory, Meredith, Witter & Smith, L.P.A. in Lima, OH

Practice Areas Explained

J. Alan Smith, Esq.'s Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

J. Alan Smith, Esq. is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

J. Alan Smith, Esq. is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Ohio →

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.

J. Alan Smith, Esq. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J. Alan Smith, Esq.

Where is J. Alan Smith, Esq.'s law office located?
J. Alan Smith, Esq.'s law practice is located in Lima, Ohio. The firm is Cory, Meredith, Witter & Smith, L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Alan Smith, Esq. handle?
J. Alan Smith, Esq. focuses on trusts, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has J. Alan Smith, Esq. practiced law?
J. Alan Smith, Esq. has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did J. Alan Smith, Esq. go to law school?
J. Alan Smith, Esq. earned their education at (J.D. B.S., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact J. Alan Smith, Esq. for a consultation?
You can contact J. Alan Smith, Esq. 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 J. Alan Smith, Esq. received?
J. Alan Smith, Esq.'s notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. B.S.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1989
B.S.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1992

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