Atty. James Mitchell Smith
James Mitchell Smith is a lawyer practicing divorce law, family law, personal injury law and 9 other areas of law. James received a degree from Tufts University in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years.
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James Mitchell Smith is a Member based in Springfield, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Offices of James M. Smith. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on formation, divorce, personal injury, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1976), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1976), Colorado (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1980). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1975) and Tufts University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hampden County and Massachusetts (Member, Family Law Division, Legislation Committee) Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Massachusetts Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Springfield, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Mitchell Smith is a lawyer practicing divorce law, family law, personal injury law and 9 other areas of law
- James received a degree from Tufts University in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
- James practices at Law Offices of James M. Smith in Springfield, MA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Mitchell Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
James Mitchell Smith is one of 32,102 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Massachusetts →
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
James Mitchell Smith is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Massachusetts →
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 Mitchell Smith is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James Mitchell Smith is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Massachusetts →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Mitchell Smith is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →
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Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Springfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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