Atty. Mark Alan Smith
Mark Alan Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, premises liability, appellate litigation and 2 other areas of law. Mark Alan received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Appellate Litigation & More Attorney · Serving St. Paul, MN · 32+ Years Experience
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About Mark Alan Smith at a Glance
Mark Alan Smith is a Member based in St. Paul, Minnesota, practicing at Law Office of Mark A. Smith. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, slip & fall, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1994), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1994), Minnesota (1996), and Wisconsin (1998). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1994) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1991). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and Minnesota State Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin. Serves clients in St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Alan Smith
- Mark Alan Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, premises liability, appellate litigation and 2 other areas of law
- Mark Alan received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Mark Alan practices at Law Office of Mark A. Smith in St. Paul, MN
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Alan Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Alan Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Paul.
Business & Corporate Law in St. Paul
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Mark Alan Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in St. Paul
Mark Alan Smith is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Minnesota →
Civil Litigation in St. Paul
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Mark Alan Smith is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →
Appellate Practice in St. Paul
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Mark Alan Smith is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Minnesota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Paul
Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Paul are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota 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 Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
St. Paul Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Paul-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 St. Paul Choose Mark Alan 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 Alan Smith's practice in the field of business, slip & fall, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Alan Smith brings 32+ 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 Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and Minnesota, Mark Alan Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, slip & fall, and litigation, Mark Alan Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Paul
A St. Paul-based practice means Mark Alan Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark Alan Smith Handles in St. Paul
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Alan Smith has experience with under Minnesota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark Alan Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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