Atty. J Anthony Smith
J Anthony Smith is a lawyer practicing mergers / acquisitions, appeals, immigration law. J received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 38+ Years Experience
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About J Anthony Smith at a Glance
J Anthony Smith is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Tafapolsky & Smith LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on immigration, m&a, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988), Wisconsin (1988), and California (1994). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1988) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About J Anthony Smith
- J Anthony Smith is a lawyer practicing mergers / acquisitions, appeals, immigration law
- J received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
- J practices at Tafapolsky & Smith LLP in Los Angeles, CA
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J Anthony Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J Anthony Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Immigration Law in Los Angeles
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Los Angeles
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Appellate Practice in Los Angeles
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles 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 venue, and the substantive 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose J Anthony 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 J Anthony Smith's practice in the field of immigration, m&a, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
J Anthony Smith brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, Wisconsin, and California, J Anthony Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering immigration, m&a, and appellate, J Anthony Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means J Anthony Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues J Anthony Smith Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters J Anthony Smith has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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