Atty. Lorien Smith Johnson
Lorien Smith Johnson is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, commercial litigation, elder law and 3 other areas of law. Lorien received a B.A. degree from Tulane University, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 32+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Lorien Smith Johnson at a Glance
Lorien Smith Johnson is a trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in Tampa, Florida. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Florida (1994). Educated at University of Florida College of Law (J.D., 1994) and Tulane University B.A. Political Economy Tulane University B.A. cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lorien Smith Johnson
- Lorien Smith Johnson is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, commercial litigation, elder law and 3 other areas of law
- Lorien received a B.A. degree from Tulane University, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Lorien practices in Tampa, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Lorien Smith Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lorien Smith Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Trusts in Tampa
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Probate in Tampa
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Estate Planning & Probate in Tampa
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Tampa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Lorien Smith Johnson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Real Estate Law in Tampa
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
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 Tampa 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 venue, 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.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose Lorien Smith Johnson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Lorien Smith Johnson's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lorien Smith Johnson brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Lorien Smith Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Lorien Smith Johnson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Lorien Smith Johnson Handles in Tampa
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