Atty. James A. Smith
James A. Smith is a lawyer practicing international business, mergers & acquisitions, investment management.
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James A. Smith is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Foley Hoag LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on m&a and international. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1981) and Drake University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston Bar Association (Former Chair, Legal Opinion Committee) American Bar Association (Member, Legal Opinions Committee) International Bar Association. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James A. Smith is a lawyer practicing international business, mergers & acquisitions, investment management
- James received a degree from Drake University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
- James practices at Foley Hoag LLP in Boston, MA
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Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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