Atty. James Mclelland Smith

Atty. James Mclelland Smith

James Mclelland Smith is a lawyer. James has been licensed for 57 years.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 57 yrs experience 57 year
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James Mclelland Smith is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at James Smith. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in New York (1969). Educated at St. John's School of Law J.D. (—). Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Mclelland Smith is a lawyer
  • James has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices at James Smith in Brooklyn, NY

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Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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James Mclelland Smith has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
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Education

St. John's School of Law J.D.
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Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1969

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