Atty. James Patrick Smith III

Atty. James Patrick Smith III

James Patrick Smith III is a lawyer practicing municipal law, probate law, personal injury law and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Marquette University in 1966, and has been licensed for 51 years.

New York New York 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About James Patrick Smith III at a glance

James Patrick Smith III is an Appl. Ct. J. based in New York, New York, practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, class action, and securities. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975), New York (1994), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces (1995). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1975) and Marquette University (B.A. English, 1966). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Patrick Smith III is a lawyer practicing municipal law, probate law, personal injury law and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Marquette University in 1966, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick Smith III's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Personal Injury

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.

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Criminal Defense

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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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 New York 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Patrick Smith III

Where is James Patrick Smith III's law office located?
James Patrick Smith III's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Winston & Strawn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick Smith III handle?
James Patrick Smith III focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, class action, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Patrick Smith III practiced law?
James Patrick Smith III has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Patrick Smith III go to law school?
James Patrick Smith III earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A. English, 1966).
How can I contact James Patrick Smith III for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1975
B.A. English
Marquette University
- 1966

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
New York
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
Admitted: 1995

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