Atty. James Palmer Smith

Atty. James Palmer Smith

James Palmer Smith is a lawyer practicing business restructuring, competition and trade secret law, leaves of absence and disability accommodation and 8 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About James Palmer Smith at a glance

James Palmer Smith is a Shareholder based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Littler Mendelson P.C.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ssd, trade secrets, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U (2001). Educated at University of Cincinnati College of Law (J.D., 2001) and Yale University (B.A., 1998). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Palmer Smith is a lawyer practicing business restructuring, competition and trade secret law, leaves of absence and disability accommodation and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • James practices at Littler Mendelson P.C. in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Palmer Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

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Trade Secrets

James Palmer Smith is one of 6,644 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Palmer Smith

Where is James Palmer Smith's law office located?
James Palmer Smith's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Littler Mendelson P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Palmer Smith handle?
James Palmer Smith focuses on employment, business, ssd, trade secrets, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Palmer Smith practiced law?
James Palmer Smith has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did James Palmer Smith go to law school?
James Palmer Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact James Palmer Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Palmer Smith received?
James Palmer Smith's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Cincinnati College of Law
- 2001
B.A.
Yale University
- 1998

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U
Admitted: 2001

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