Atty. James E Smith, Jr
James E Smith, Jr is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, business, general practice. James received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving New Orleans, LA · 45+ Years Experience
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About James E Smith, Jr at a Glance
James E Smith, Jr is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Smith Law Firm, LLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1981), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at George Washington University (LL.M., 1980) and Boston College (B.A. Cambridge, 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Orleans and Louisiana State Bar Associations. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E Smith, Jr
- James E Smith, Jr is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, business, general practice
- James received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
- James practices at Smith Law Firm, LLC in New Orleans, LA
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James E Smith, Jr's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E Smith, Jr handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.
Business & Corporate Law in New Orleans
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in New Orleans
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James E Smith, Jr is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Louisiana →
Commercial Real Estate in New Orleans
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New Orleans
Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Orleans are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana 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 Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New Orleans Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Orleans-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 New Orleans Choose James E Smith, Jr
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 James E Smith, Jr's practice in the field of business, real estate, and commercial re.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E Smith, Jr brings 45+ 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 Louisiana, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. Tax Court, James E Smith, Jr can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and commercial re, James E Smith, Jr can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New Orleans
A New Orleans-based practice means James E Smith, Jr 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 James E Smith, Jr Handles in New Orleans
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