Atty. J Reed Smith

Atty. J Reed Smith

Mr. J Reed Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury, government, litigation and 4 other areas of law.

San Diego San Diego 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About J Reed Smith at a glance

J Reed Smith is a Co. Atty. based in San Diego, California. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1988), U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (1993), Colorado (1997), and U.S. Supreme Court (2005). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1993) and University of Arizona (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. J Reed Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury, government, litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • J Reed received a B.S. degree from University of Arizona in 1987, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • J Reed practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

J Reed Smith's Areas of Practice

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

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 Reed Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Employment Law

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

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

J Reed Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Civil Rights

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

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

Government & Administrative Law

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

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

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 San Diego 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J Reed Smith

Where is J Reed Smith's law office located?
J Reed Smith's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Reed Smith handle?
J Reed Smith focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has J Reed Smith practiced law?
J Reed Smith has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did J Reed Smith go to law school?
J Reed Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact J Reed Smith for a consultation?
You can contact J Reed 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 J Reed Smith received?
J Reed Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1993
B.S.
University of Arizona
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1993
Colorado
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2005

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