Atty. Jerry Neil Smith

Atty. Jerry Neil Smith

Mr. Jerry Neil Smith is a lawyer practicing taxation law.

Atlanta Atlanta 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Jerry Neil Smith at a glance

Jerry Neil Smith is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Jones Day. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on tax. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1986) and Georgia (2008). Educated at Vanderbilt University Law School (J.D., 1985) and University of North Carolina (B.S. Accounting, 1979). Active member of American Bar Association North Carolina Bar Association International Fiscal Association. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Jerry Neil Smith is a lawyer practicing taxation law
  • Jerry received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Jerry practices at Jones Day in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Jerry Neil Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Jerry Neil Smith's law office located?
Jerry Neil Smith's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Jones Day. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jerry Neil Smith handle?
Jerry Neil Smith focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Jerry Neil Smith practiced law?
Jerry Neil Smith has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Jerry Neil Smith go to law school?
Jerry Neil Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S. Accounting, 1979).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University Law School
- 1985
B.S. Accounting
University of North Carolina
- 1979

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1986
Georgia
Admitted: 2008

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