Atty. Mark Ayers Smith, Esq.
Associate Editor, Michigan Journal of Law Reform, 1999-2000. Publications: Author: "Can A Non-Signatory or Nonparty Be Bound By An Arbitration Award?," The Construction Lawyer, Volume 24, Vol. 3 (Summer 2004); "A Closer Look at the Status of the Spearin Doctrine Under Ohio Law," Code News, Volume 2003, Issue 6 (November/December).
Construction & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 26+ Years Experience
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About Mark Ayers Smith, Esq. at a Glance
Mark Ayers Smith, Esq. is a Shareholder based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Carey, O'Malley, Whitaker, Mueller, Roberts & Smith, P.A.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on probate and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2000) and Florida (2006). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 2000) and Yale University (B.A., 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Ayers Smith, Esq.
Associate Editor, Michigan Journal of Law Reform, 1999-2000
Publications
- Author: "Can A Non-Signatory or Nonparty Be Bound By An Arbitration Award?," The Construction Lawyer, Volume 24, Vol. 3 (Summer 2004)
- "A Closer Look at the Status of the Spearin Doctrine Under Ohio Law," Code News, Volume 2003, Issue 6 (November/December)
Speaker
- "Understanding Warranties and Guarantees in the Standard AIA Contracts," Lorman Seminar (May 2009)
- "Florida Lien Law," American Fence Association, Gulf Coast Chapter, Tampa, FL (April 2009)
- "Florida Contractor Licensing," Florida Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Contractor's Association Annual Meeting, Orlando, FL (March 2009)
- "Risk Management Basics," Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) Gulf Coast Chapter, Tampa, FL (September 2008)
- "2007 AIA Contract Revisions," Lorman Seminar, Tampa, FL and Orlando, FL (May 2008)
- "Contractor Licensing Basics, Recent Changes to the United States Bankruptcy Code, What Construction Lawyers Should Know and the Potential Impact Such Changes May Have on Construction Projects," Hillsborough County Bar Association Seminar (February 2006)
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Mark Ayers Smith, Esq.'s Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Ayers Smith, Esq. handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Probate in Tampa
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Real Estate Law in Tampa
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-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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Why Clients in Tampa Choose Mark Ayers Smith, Esq.
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 Ayers Smith, Esq.'s practice in the field of probate and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Ayers Smith, Esq. brings 26+ 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 Ohio and Florida, Mark Ayers Smith, Esq. can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate and real estate, Mark Ayers Smith, Esq. can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Mark Ayers Smith, Esq. 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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Common Legal Issues Mark Ayers Smith, Esq. Handles in Tampa
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