Atty. John H. Smith

Atty. John H. Smith

John H. Smith is a lawyer practicing zoning, eminent domain, wills, trusts and probate and 4 other areas of law.

Gainesville Gainesville 65 Years Experience 65 year
Call (470) 780-6745

Profile Summary

About John H. Smith at a glance

John H. Smith is a Retired Partner based in Gainesville, Georgia. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1961), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1961), Court of Appeals of Georgia and Supreme Court of Georgia (1962), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1963). Educated at University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 1962) and University of Georgia (A.B., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Gainesville, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John H. Smith is a lawyer practicing zoning, eminent domain, wills, trusts and probate and 4 other areas of law
  • John H. received a A.B. degree from University of Georgia in 1960, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • John H. practices in Gainesville, GA

Practice Areas Explained

John H. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

John H. Smith is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John H. Smith is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Georgia →

Land Use & Zoning

John H. Smith is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Georgia →

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 Gainesville 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 venue, 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

Common questions about John H. Smith

Where is John H. Smith's law office located?
John H. Smith's law practice is located in Gainesville, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John H. Smith handle?
John H. Smith focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John H. Smith practiced law?
John H. Smith has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did John H. Smith go to law school?
John H. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1962); (A.B., 1960).
How can I contact John H. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact John H. 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 John H. Smith received?
John H. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia School of Law
- 1962
A.B.
University of Georgia
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1961
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1961
Court of Appeals of Georgia and Supreme Court of Georgia
Admitted: 1962
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1963
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1964
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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