Atty. Matthew C. Smith

Atty. Matthew C. Smith

Matthew C. Smith is a lawyer practicing business, banking, municipal law and 8 other areas of law.

Covington Covington 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew C. Smith at a glance

Matthew C. Smith is a Member based in Covington, Kentucky, practicing at Ziegler & Schneider, P.S.C.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on formation, trusts, probate, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1999) and Ohio (2012). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1999) and Eastern Kentucky University (B.S., 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Northern Kentucky and Kentucky Bar Associations. Serands clients in Covington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew C. Smith is a lawyer practicing business, banking, municipal law and 8 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Matthew practices at Ziegler & Schneider, P.S.C. in Covington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew C. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Matthew C. Smith is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Kentucky →

Trusts

Matthew C. Smith is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Kentucky →

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Covington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky 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 Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew C. Smith

Where is Matthew C. Smith's law office located?
Matthew C. Smith's law practice is located in Covington, Kentucky. The firm is Ziegler & Schneider, P.S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew C. Smith handle?
Matthew C. Smith focuses on formation, trusts, probate, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Matthew C. Smith practiced law?
Matthew C. Smith has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Matthew C. Smith go to law school?
Matthew C. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S., 1995).
How can I contact Matthew C. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew C. Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Matthew C. Smith received?
Matthew C. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1999
B.S.
Eastern Kentucky University
- 1995

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1999
Ohio
Admitted: 2012

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