Atty. Mary Lou Smith

Atty. Mary Lou Smith

Mary Lou Smith is a lawyer. Mary received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Mary Lou Smith at a glance

Mary Lou Smith is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Howe, Anderson & Steyer, P.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1981), District of Columbia (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1987). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1981) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1978). Active member of District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mary Lou Smith is a lawyer
  • Mary received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Mary practices at Howe, Anderson & Steyer, P.C. in Washington, DC

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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Where is Mary Lou Smith's law office located?
Mary Lou Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Howe, Anderson & Steyer, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Mary Lou Smith practiced law?
Mary Lou Smith has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Mary Lou Smith go to law school?
Mary Lou Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
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Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1981
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2003

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