Atty. Merrill Eakin Smith

Atty. Merrill Eakin Smith

Merrill Eakin Smith is a lawyer practicing immigration and nationality, asylum and refugee, international human rights. Merrill received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Miami Miami 34 Years Experience 34 year
Call (786) 796-1068

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About Merrill Eakin Smith at a glance

Merrill Eakin Smith is a asylum, immigration, and international attorney based in Miami, Florida. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in New York (1992). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1991) and Columbia University (B.A., 1985). Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Merrill Eakin Smith is a lawyer practicing immigration and nationality, asylum and refugee, international human rights
  • Merrill received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Merrill practices in Miami, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Merrill Eakin Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Asylum & Refugee

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 Miami 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Merrill Eakin Smith

Where is Merrill Eakin Smith's law office located?
Merrill Eakin Smith's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Merrill Eakin Smith handle?
Merrill Eakin Smith focuses on asylum, immigration, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Merrill Eakin Smith practiced law?
Merrill Eakin Smith has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Merrill Eakin Smith go to law school?
Merrill Eakin Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Merrill Eakin Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1991
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1992

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