Atty. James B. Smith

Atty. James B. Smith

James B. Smith is a lawyer practicing divorce law, litigation law, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.

Biddeford Biddeford 49 Years Experience 49 year
Call (207) 870-4100

Profile Summary

About James B. Smith at a glance

James B. Smith is a Member based in Biddeford, Maine, practicing at James B. Smith. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, ssd, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977), Commonwealth of Massachusetts (1977), and U.S. District Court, District of Maine (1982). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1976) and University of Notre Dame (A.B., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of York County (Secretary, 1983), Massachusetts and Maine State Bar Associations Maine Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Biddeford, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James B. Smith is a lawyer practicing divorce law, litigation law, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at James B. Smith in Biddeford, ME

Practice Areas Explained

James B. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

James B. Smith is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Maine →

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.

James B. Smith is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maine →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

James B. Smith is one of 24,024 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Maine →

Securities Law

James B. Smith is one of 58,852 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Maine →

Civil Litigation

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

James B. Smith is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maine →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maine

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James B. Smith

Where is James B. Smith's law office located?
James B. Smith's law practice is located in Biddeford, Maine. The firm is James B. Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James B. Smith handle?
James B. Smith focuses on divorce, personal injury, ssd, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maine.
How long has James B. Smith practiced law?
James B. Smith has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James B. Smith go to law school?
James B. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1973).
How can I contact James B. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact James B. 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 James B. Smith received?
James B. Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1976
A.B.
University of Notre Dame
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, District of Maine
Admitted: 1982

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