Atty. Lora Jaye Smeltzly
Ms. Lora Jaye Smeltzly is a lawyer practicing litigation, civil rights, constitutional law.
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Lora Jaye Smeltzly is a litigation and civil rights attorney based in St. Petersburg, Florida. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987) and Montana (Inactive) (1998). Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 1987) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ms. Lora Jaye Smeltzly is a lawyer practicing litigation, civil rights, constitutional law
- Lora received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1978, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Lora practices in St. Petersburg, FL
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Petersburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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