Atty. M. Janice Smith

Atty. M. Janice Smith

M. Janice Smith is a lawyer practicing real estate, antitrust, patents and 4 other areas of law.

Menlo Park Menlo Park 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About M. Janice Smith at a glance

M. Janice Smith is a patent, trademark, copyright, family law, and real estate attorney based in Menlo Park, California. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in California (1974). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1974) and Brigham Young University (B.S., 1970). Serands clients in Menlo Park, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • M. Janice Smith is a lawyer practicing real estate, antitrust, patents and 4 other areas of law
  • M. received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • M. practices in Menlo Park, CA

Practice Areas Explained

M. Janice Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Family Law

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Real Estate Law

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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 Menlo Park 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 M. Janice Smith

Where is M. Janice Smith's law office located?
M. Janice Smith's law practice is located in Menlo Park, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M. Janice Smith handle?
M. Janice Smith focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has M. Janice Smith practiced law?
M. Janice Smith has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did M. Janice Smith go to law school?
M. Janice Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact M. Janice Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1974
B.S.
Brigham Young University
- 1970

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974

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