Atty. Kathleen M. Smith

Atty. Kathleen M. Smith

Kathleen M. Smith is a lawyer.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (443) 909-4791 Book Appointment

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About Kathleen M. Smith at a glance

Kathleen M. Smith is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1984). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1981) and Rosary College (MALS St., 1971). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Kathleen M. Smith is a lawyer
  • Kathleen received a degree from Rosary College in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Kathleen practices in Washington, DC

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 andnue, 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 Kathleen M. Smith's law office located?
Kathleen M. Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Kathleen M. Smith has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Kathleen M. Smith go to law school?
Kathleen M. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (MALS St., 1971).
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Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1981
MALS St.
Rosary College
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1984

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