Atty. James M. Smith

Atty. James M. Smith

James M. Smith is a lawyer practicing banking law, creditors rights, bankruptcy.

Baltimore Baltimore 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (419) 820-3869

Profile Summary

About James M. Smith at a glance

James M. Smith is a Partner based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Gebhardt & Smith LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1974) and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1975). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1974) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James M. Smith is a lawyer practicing banking law, creditors rights, bankruptcy
  • James M. received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James M. practices at Gebhardt & Smith LLP in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James M. Smith is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Maryland →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James M. Smith is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Maryland →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James M. Smith

Where is James M. Smith's law office located?
James M. Smith's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is Gebhardt & Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Smith handle?
James M. Smith focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has James M. Smith practiced law?
James M. Smith has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James M. Smith go to law school?
James M. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact James M. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact James M. 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 M. Smith received?
James M. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1974
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1975

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