Atty. James Smith

Atty. James Smith

James Smith is a lawyer practicing business counseling, criminal law, government. James received a B.S. degree from California State University at Hayward in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years.

New York New York 33 Years Experience 33 year
Call (332) 232-5015

Profile Summary

About James Smith at a glance

James Smith is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Archer & Greiner, P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1993), New York (1995), and Washington (2004). Educated at Golden Gate University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and California State University at Hayward (B.S. California, 1988). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Smith is a lawyer practicing business counseling, criminal law, government
  • James received a B.S. degree from California State University at Hayward in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • James practices at Archer & Greiner, P.C. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Government & Administrative 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 venue, 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 Smith

Where is James Smith's law office located?
James Smith's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Archer & Greiner, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Smith handle?
James Smith focuses on criminal defense, business, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Smith practiced law?
James Smith has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did James Smith go to law school?
James Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S. California, 1988).
How can I contact James Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University School of Law
- 1992
B.S. California
California State University at Hayward
- 1988

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993
New York
Admitted: 1995
Washington
Admitted: 2004

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