Atty. John David Smith, Jr

Atty. John David Smith, Jr

John David Smith, Jr is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business law, securities & corporate governance and 8 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies Oxford University Oxford England in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

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About John David Smith, Jr at a glance

John David Smith, Jr is a Managing Director based in Lexington, Kentucky. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, government, and animal law. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1982). Educated at University of Kentucky College of Law (J.D., 1982) and Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies Oxford University Oxford England (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fayette County Bar Association Kentucky Bar Association American Bar Association. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John David Smith, Jr is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business law, securities & corporate governance and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies Oxford University Oxford England in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • John practices in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

John David Smith, Jr's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Animal Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John David Smith, Jr

Where is John David Smith, Jr's law office located?
John David Smith, Jr's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John David Smith, Jr handle?
John David Smith, Jr focuses on business, m&a, securities, government, animal law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has John David Smith, Jr practiced law?
John David Smith, Jr has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did John David Smith, Jr go to law school?
John David Smith, Jr earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact John David Smith, Jr for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John David Smith, Jr received?
John David Smith, Jr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky College of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies Oxford University Oxford England
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1982

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