Atty. Matthew Eliot Smith

Atty. Matthew Eliot Smith

Matthew Eliot Smith is a lawyer practicing advertising, marketing & promotions, entertainment, media & publishing, technology, digital media & privacy. Matthew received a degree from George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs in 2002, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Venice Venice 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Eliot Smith at a glance

Matthew Eliot Smith is a Partner based in Venice, California. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (2004). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 2002) and George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs (Masters, 2002). Serands clients in Venice, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Eliot Smith is a lawyer practicing advertising, marketing & promotions, entertainment, media & publishing, technology, digital media & privacy
  • Matthew received a degree from George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs in 2002, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Matthew practices in Venice, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Eliot Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Matthew Eliot Smith's law office located?
Matthew Eliot Smith's law practice is located in Venice, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Eliot Smith handle?
Matthew Eliot Smith focuses on entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew Eliot Smith practiced law?
Matthew Eliot Smith has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Matthew Eliot Smith go to law school?
Matthew Eliot Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (Masters, 2002).
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
- 2002
Masters
George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs
- 2002

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2004

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