Atty. John M. Smith
John M. Smith is a lawyer practicing estate, wills, real estate and 3 other areas of law.
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John M. Smith is a Member based in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, practicing at Gingrich, Smith, Klingensmith & Dolan. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1974). Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 1974) and Dickinson College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Elizabethtown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John M. Smith is a lawyer practicing estate, wills, real estate and 3 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from Dickinson College in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years
- John practices at Gingrich, Smith, Klingensmith & Dolan in Elizabethtown, PA
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Elizabethtown are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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