Atty. Jay Estill Smith
Jay Estill Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, insolvency & creditors' rights, complex litigation, litigation and 1 other area of law. Jay received a B.S. degree from Bowling Green State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.
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Jay Estill Smith is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Steptoe LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California (1992). Educated at University of Southern California, Los Angeles Law School (J.D., 1992) and Bowling Green State University (B.S., 1987). Active member of American Bar Association State Bar of California Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Jay Estill Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, insolvency & creditors' rights, complex litigation, litigation and 1 other area of law
- Jay received a B.S. degree from Bowling Green State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Jay practices at Steptoe LLP in Los Angeles, CA
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Jay Estill Smith is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Why local counsel matters in California
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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