Atty. James Kirwan Smith

Atty. James Kirwan Smith

James Kirwan Smith is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, slip and fall, personal injury law litigation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Assumption College, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Danbury Danbury 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About James Kirwan Smith at a glance

James Kirwan Smith is a Member based in Danbury, Connecticut. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1988), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1991). Educated at University of Connecticut School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Assumption College B.A. Politics and History (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Danbury, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Kirwan Smith is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, slip and fall, personal injury law litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Assumption College, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices in Danbury, CT

Practice Areas Explained

James Kirwan Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

James Kirwan Smith is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Connecticut →

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 Kirwan Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Connecticut →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James Kirwan Smith is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Connecticut →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

James Kirwan Smith is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Connecticut →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Kirwan Smith

Where is James Kirwan Smith's law office located?
James Kirwan Smith's law practice is located in Danbury, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Kirwan Smith handle?
James Kirwan Smith focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has James Kirwan Smith practiced law?
James Kirwan Smith has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James Kirwan Smith go to law school?
James Kirwan Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (—).
How can I contact James Kirwan Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Kirwan Smith received?
James Kirwan Smith's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut School of Law
- 1988
Assumption College B.A. Politics and History
- In Progress

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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