Atty. Jeffrey A. Smith

Atty. Jeffrey A. Smith

Jeffrey A. Smith is a lawyer practicing environment, energy & resources, corporate, litigation & trial and 10 other areas of law.

New York New York 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey A. Smith at a glance

Jeffrey A. Smith is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Crowell & Moring LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, ip, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1982), Pennsylvania (1982), and New York (1994). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1981) and Harvard University (A.B., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jeffrey A. Smith is a lawyer practicing environment, energy & resources, corporate, litigation & trial and 10 other areas of law
  • Jeffrey received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1974, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Jeffrey practices at Crowell & Moring LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey A. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey A. Smith

Where is Jeffrey A. Smith's law office located?
Jeffrey A. Smith's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Crowell & Moring LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey A. Smith handle?
Jeffrey A. Smith focuses on contracts, business, ip, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Jeffrey A. Smith practiced law?
Jeffrey A. Smith has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Jeffrey A. Smith go to law school?
Jeffrey A. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B., 1974).
How can I contact Jeffrey A. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey A. Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jeffrey A. Smith received?
Jeffrey A. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1981
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1982
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1982
New York
Admitted: 1994

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