Atty. Matthew Jay Smith

Atty. Matthew Jay Smith

Matthew Jay Smith is a lawyer practicing foreign corrupt practices act (fcpa) and international anticorruption, securities, trial and 11 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 21 yrs experience 21 year
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About Matthew Jay Smith at a glance

Matthew Jay Smith is an Associate based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on formation, criminal defense, business, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (2005). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2005) and Brigham Young University (B.S., 2002). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Jay Smith is a lawyer practicing foreign corrupt practices act (fcpa) and international anticorruption, securities, trial and 11 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Matthew practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Jay Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Los Angeles 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

Common questions about Matthew Jay Smith

Where is Matthew Jay Smith's law office located?
Matthew Jay Smith's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is McDermott Will & Emery LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Jay Smith handle?
Matthew Jay Smith focuses on formation, criminal defense, business, ip, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Matthew Jay Smith practiced law?
Matthew Jay Smith has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Matthew Jay Smith go to law school?
Matthew Jay Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.S., 2002).
How can I contact Matthew Jay Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 2005
B.S.
Brigham Young University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2005

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