Atty. Margaret Harrison Smith

Atty. Margaret Harrison Smith

Margaret Harrison Smith is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, family law, adoption law and 1 other area of law. Margaret received a B.A. degree from California State College, Bakersfield in 1972, and has been licensed for 35 years.

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About Margaret Harrison Smith at a glance

Margaret Harrison Smith is a family law, poa, adoption, juvenile, and elder law attorney based in Bakersfield, California. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in California (1991). Educated at University of Honolulu (J.D., 1990) and California State College, Bakersfield (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Margaret Harrison Smith is a lawyer practicing juvenile law, family law, adoption law and 1 other area of law
  • Margaret received a B.A. degree from California State College, Bakersfield in 1972, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Margaret practices in Bakersfield, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Margaret Harrison Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Power of Attorney

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Adoption

Margaret Harrison Smith is one of 15,997 adoption attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adoption attorneys in California →

Juvenile Law

Margaret Harrison Smith is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in California →

Elder Law

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 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 Bakersfield 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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Common questions about Margaret Harrison Smith

Where is Margaret Harrison Smith's law office located?
Margaret Harrison Smith's law practice is located in Bakersfield, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Margaret Harrison Smith handle?
Margaret Harrison Smith focuses on family law, poa, adoption, juvenile, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Margaret Harrison Smith practiced law?
Margaret Harrison Smith has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Margaret Harrison Smith go to law school?
Margaret Harrison Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Margaret Harrison Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Margaret Harrison Smith received?
Margaret Harrison Smith's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of Honolulu
- 1990
B.A.
California State College, Bakersfield
- 1972

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991

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