Atty. James Michael Smither

Atty. James Michael Smither

James Michael Smither is a lawyer practicing divorce, child custody, litigation. James received a B.A. degree from Western Kentucky University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Louisville Louisville 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Michael Smither at a glance

James Michael Smither is a divorce, child custody, and litigation attorney based in Louisville, Kentucky. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1982), U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1984). Educated at University of Louisville (J.D., 1982) and Western Kentucky University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Smither is a lawyer practicing divorce, child custody, litigation
  • James received a B.A. degree from Western Kentucky University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Smither's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

James Michael Smither is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Kentucky →

Child Custody & Visitation

James Michael Smither is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Michael Smither is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kentucky →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Michael Smither

Where is James Michael Smither's law office located?
James Michael Smither's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Smither handle?
James Michael Smither focuses on divorce, child custody, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has James Michael Smither practiced law?
James Michael Smither has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Michael Smither go to law school?
James Michael Smither earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James Michael Smither for a consultation?
You can contact James Michael Smither 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 Michael Smither received?
James Michael Smither's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Louisville
- 1982
B.A.
Western Kentucky University
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1984

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