Atty. John S. Smart

Atty. John S. Smart

John S. Smart is a lawyer practicing estate and trust litigation, personal injury law, real estate law and 2 other areas of law.

Richmond Richmond 67 Years Experience 67 year
Call (804) 533-3229

Profile Summary

About John S. Smart at a glance

John S. Smart is a trusts, personal injury, family law, real estate, and tax attorney based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1959) and U.S. Supreme Court (1968). Educated at University of Richmond (LL.B., 1959). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John S. Smart is a lawyer practicing estate and trust litigation, personal injury law, real estate law and 2 other areas of law
  • John has been licensed for 67 years
  • John practices in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John S. Smart's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

John S. Smart is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →

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 S. Smart is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

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

John S. Smart is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

John S. Smart is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John S. Smart

Where is John S. Smart's law office located?
John S. Smart's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S. Smart handle?
John S. Smart focuses on trusts, personal injury, family law, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John S. Smart practiced law?
John S. Smart has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did John S. Smart go to law school?
John S. Smart earned their education at (LL.B., 1959).
How can I contact John S. Smart for a consultation?
You can contact John S. Smart 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 S. Smart received?
John S. Smart's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of Richmond
- 1959

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1959
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1968

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