Atty. Malaika T Smith
Ms. Malaika T Smith is a lawyer practicing elder law, family.
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About Malaika T Smith at a glance
Malaika T Smith is a family law and elder law attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1996). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1996) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A. International, 1993). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ms. Malaika T Smith is a lawyer practicing elder law, family
- Malaika received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Malaika practices in Washington, DC
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Malaika T Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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