Atty. Laura Hamilton Smith

Atty. Laura Hamilton Smith

Laura Hamilton Smith is a lawyer practicing family, appeals, insurance. Laura received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Laura Hamilton Smith at a glance

Laura Hamilton Smith is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on family law, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. District Court, Eastern Distric (1988). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1988) and Cornell University (B.A. History, 1985). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Laura Hamilton Smith is a lawyer practicing family, appeals, insurance
  • Laura received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Laura practices at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Laura Hamilton Smith's Areas of Practice

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

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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Insurance Law

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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 California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Laura Hamilton Smith

Where is Laura Hamilton Smith's law office located?
Laura Hamilton Smith's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laura Hamilton Smith handle?
Laura Hamilton Smith focuses on family law, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Laura Hamilton Smith practiced law?
Laura Hamilton Smith has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Laura Hamilton Smith go to law school?
Laura Hamilton Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A. History, 1985).
How can I contact Laura Hamilton Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1988
B.A. History
Cornell University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. District Court, Eastern Distric
Admitted: 1988

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