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.
Business Counseling & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 33+ Years Experience
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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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About 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
- James practices at Archer & Greiner, P.C. in New York, NY
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James Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Criminal Defense in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Government & Administrative Law in New York
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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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose James Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Smith's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Smith brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, New York, and Washington, James Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and government, James Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means James Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Smith Handles in New York
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