Atty. James Hibbert Smith
James Hibbert Smith is a lawyer practicing workers compensation. James received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1968, and has been licensed for 56 years.
Workers Compensation Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 56+ Years Experience
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About James Hibbert Smith at a Glance
James Hibbert Smith is a Member based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Law Office of James E. Smith, P.L.. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in Florida (1970). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1970) and University of Florida (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Hibbert Smith
- James Hibbert Smith is a lawyer practicing workers compensation
- James received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1968, and has been licensed for 56 years
- James practices at Law Office of James E. Smith, P.L. in Tampa, FL
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James Hibbert Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Hibbert Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Workers Compensation in Tampa
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
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 Tampa 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 venue, 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.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-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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Why Clients in Tampa Choose James Hibbert Smith
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 Hibbert Smith's practice in the field of workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Hibbert Smith brings 56+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Workers Comp Practice
Concentrating on workers comp means James Hibbert Smith's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means James Hibbert Smith 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 Hibbert Smith Handles in Tampa
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