Atty. Lesley Smith

Atty. Lesley Smith

Lesley Smith is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, appellate practice, mediation. Lesley received a degree from Belmont College of Law, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Nashville Nashville 50 Years Experience 50 year
Call (615) 949-2919

Profile Summary

About Lesley Smith at a glance

Lesley Smith is a Legal Aid Soc. of Middle TN & the Cumberlands based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on family law, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1976), and Texas (1991). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1976) and Belmont College of Law Southern Methodist University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lesley Smith is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, appellate practice, mediation
  • Lesley received a degree from Belmont College of Law, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Lesley practices in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Lesley Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lesley 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.

Lesley Smith is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Tennessee →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Lesley Smith is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Tennessee →

Appellate Practice

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

Lesley Smith is one of 77,587 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lesley Smith

Where is Lesley Smith's law office located?
Lesley Smith's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lesley Smith handle?
Lesley Smith focuses on family law, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Lesley Smith practiced law?
Lesley Smith has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Lesley Smith go to law school?
Lesley Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Lesley Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Lesley Smith 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 Lesley Smith received?
Lesley Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1976
B.A.
Belmont College of Law Southern Methodist University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976
Texas
Admitted: 1991

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