Atty. Johnathan J Smith

Atty. Johnathan J Smith

Johnathan J Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals. Johnathan received a Ed.M. degree from Harvard Graduate School of Education in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Washington Washington 18 Years Experience 18 year
Call (202) 738-1866

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About Johnathan J Smith at a glance

Johnathan J Smith is a NAACP Legal Def. & Educational Fund, Inc. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on litigation and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (2008), New Jersey (2008), and District of Columbia (2015). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 2007) and Harvard Graduate School of Education (Ed.M. Administration, 2004). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Johnathan J Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals
  • Johnathan received a Ed.M. degree from Harvard Graduate School of Education in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Johnathan practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Johnathan J Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Where is Johnathan J Smith's law office located?
Johnathan J Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Johnathan J Smith handle?
Johnathan J Smith focuses on litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Johnathan J Smith practiced law?
Johnathan J Smith has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Johnathan J Smith go to law school?
Johnathan J Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (Ed.M. Administration, 2004).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 2007
Ed.M. Administration
Harvard Graduate School of Education
- 2004

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2008
New Jersey
Admitted: 2008
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2015

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