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Atty. Louise Hea Smith

Atty. Louise Hea Smith

Louise Hea Smith is a lawyer. Louise received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Charlottesville Charlottesville 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Louise Hea Smith at a glance

Louise Hea Smith is a City Ct. J. based in Charlottesville, Virginia. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in New York (1978). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1976) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1973). Serands clients in Charlottesville, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Louise Hea Smith is a lawyer
  • Louise received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Louise practices in Charlottesville, VA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Louise Hea Smith's law practice is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Louise Hea Smith practiced law?
Louise Hea Smith has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Louise Hea Smith go to law school?
Louise Hea Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
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Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1976
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978

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