Atty. John David Smith

Atty. John David Smith

John David Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal, family law, domestic relations and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Springboro Springboro 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About John David Smith at a glance

John David Smith is a Member based in Springboro, Ohio, practicing at John D. Smith Co., L.P.A.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1980), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court Indiana (1983). Educated at University of Dayton (J.D., 1980) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Warren County, Butler County and Ohio State Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Sustaining Member) Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers Ohio Association of Civil Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Springboro, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John David Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal, family law, domestic relations and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • John practices at John D. Smith Co., L.P.A. in Springboro, OH

Practice Areas Explained

John David Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

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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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John David Smith

Where is John David Smith's law office located?
John David Smith's law practice is located in Springboro, Ohio. The firm is John D. Smith Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John David Smith handle?
John David Smith focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has John David Smith practiced law?
John David Smith has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did John David Smith go to law school?
John David Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact John David Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John David Smith received?
John David Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Dayton
- 1980
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court Indiana
Admitted: 1983

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