Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 34+ Years Experience
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About Mark A. Smith at a Glance
Mark A. Smith is a divorce, discrimination, criminal defense, white collar, and securities attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1992) and District of Columbia (1993). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1992) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1987). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark A. Smith
- Mr. Mark A. Smith is a lawyer practicing appeals, technology litigation, civil litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Mark practices in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Mark A. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark A. Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Divorce in Washington
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Mark A. Smith is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in District of Columbia →
Workplace Discrimination in Washington
Mark A. Smith is one of 7,049 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in District of Columbia →
Criminal Defense in Washington
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Mark A. Smith is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in District of Columbia →
White Collar Crimes in Washington
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Securities Law in Washington
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Mark A. Smith
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 Mark A. Smith's practice in the field of divorce, discrimination, criminal defense, white collar, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark A. Smith brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Maryland and District of Columbia, Mark A. Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, discrimination, and criminal defense, Mark A. Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Mark A. Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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