Atty. John H. Smith

Atty. John H. Smith

John H. Smith is a lawyer practicing car accident, 18 wheeler/truck accident, personal injury claims and 11 other areas of law.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (225) 497-2230 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John H. Smith at a glance

John H. Smith is a Member based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Smith Shanklin Sosa. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, truck accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1994), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (1994), U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (1994), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana (1994). Educated at Southern University Law Center (J.D., 1994) and Nicholls State University (B.A. Political, 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisiana Bar Association. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John H. Smith is a lawyer practicing car accident, 18 wheeler/truck accident, personal injury claims and 11 other areas of law
  • John H. received a B.A. degree from Nicholls State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • John H. practices at Smith Shanklin Sosa in Baton Rouge, LA

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.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Truck Accidents

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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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Wrongful Death

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Baton Rouge are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana 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 Louisiana 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 Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Smith Shanklin Sosa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John H. Smith handle?
John H. Smith focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John H. Smith practiced law?
John H. Smith has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did John H. Smith go to law school?
John H. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. Political, 1990).
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.
Southern University Law Center
- 1994
B.A. Political
Nicholls State University
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
Mississippi
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 2003

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