Atty. Janine Jones Smith

Atty. Janine Jones Smith

Mrs. Janine Jones Smith is a lawyer practicing tax, advertising, policy and regulation and 3 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (771) 212-0895 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Janine Jones Smith at a glance

Janine Jones Smith is a Consultant based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer And Feld Llp. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on tax, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996) and District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1999). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1996) and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mrs. Janine Jones Smith is a lawyer practicing tax, advertising, policy and regulation and 3 other areas of law
  • Janine received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Janine practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Janine Jones Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Janine Jones Smith

Where is Janine Jones Smith's law office located?
Janine Jones Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Akin Gump Strauss Hauer And Feld Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Janine Jones Smith handle?
Janine Jones Smith focuses on tax, government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Janine Jones Smith practiced law?
Janine Jones Smith has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Janine Jones Smith go to law school?
Janine Jones Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Janine Jones Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1996
B.A.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1999

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