Atty. James Tucker Smith

Atty. James Tucker Smith

James Tucker Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal law. James received a B.A. degree from Columbia College in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Columbia Columbia 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About James Tucker Smith at a glance

James Tucker Smith is a Dep. Pub. Def. based in Columbia, Missouri. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1988). Educated at Whittier College (J.D., 1987) and Columbia College (B.A. Virginia, 1983). Serands clients in Columbia, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Tucker Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Columbia College in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices in Columbia, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James Tucker Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Where is James Tucker Smith's law office located?
James Tucker Smith's law practice is located in Columbia, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Tucker Smith handle?
James Tucker Smith focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James Tucker Smith practiced law?
James Tucker Smith has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James Tucker Smith go to law school?
James Tucker Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A. Virginia, 1983).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Whittier College
- 1987
B.A. Virginia
Columbia College
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988

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