Atty. James David Smith

Atty. James David Smith

Mr. James David Smith is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business litigation, intellectual property and 4 other areas of law.

Pensacola Pensacola 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About James David Smith at a glance

James David Smith is a Member based in Pensacola, Florida, practicing at James David Smith, PA. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on patent, trusts, trademark, probate, and business. Admitted to practice in Florida (1990). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1990) and United States Air Force Academy (B.S. Engineering, 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Pensacola, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James David Smith is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business litigation, intellectual property and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from United States Air Force Academy in 1977, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • James practices at James David Smith, PA in Pensacola, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James David Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trusts

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Trademark Law

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James David Smith

Where is James David Smith's law office located?
James David Smith's law practice is located in Pensacola, Florida. The firm is James David Smith, PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Smith handle?
James David Smith focuses on patent, trusts, trademark, probate, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James David Smith practiced law?
James David Smith has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James David Smith go to law school?
James David Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S. Engineering, 1977).
How can I contact James David Smith for a consultation?
You can contact James David 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 David Smith received?
James David Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1990
B.S. Engineering
United States Air Force Academy
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1990

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