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Atty. James Urey Smith III

Atty. James Urey Smith III

James Urey Smith III is a lawyer practicing labor and employment. James received a B.A. degree from Fairfield University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Louisville Louisville 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About James Urey Smith III at a glance

James Urey Smith III is a Partner based in Louisville, Kentucky, practicing at Smith & Smith Attorneys. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1974), U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2002). Educated at University of Louisville (J.D., 1973) and Fairfield University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisville and Kentucky Bar Associations. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Urey Smith III is a lawyer practicing labor and employment
  • James received a B.A. degree from Fairfield University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at Smith & Smith Attorneys in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

James Urey Smith III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Urey Smith III 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Urey Smith III

Where is James Urey Smith III's law office located?
James Urey Smith III's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. The firm is Smith & Smith Attorneys. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Urey Smith III handle?
James Urey Smith III focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has James Urey Smith III practiced law?
James Urey Smith III has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James Urey Smith III go to law school?
James Urey Smith III earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact James Urey Smith III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Urey Smith III received?
James Urey Smith III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Louisville
- 1973
B.A.
Fairfield University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 2005

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