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Atty. Michael D. Smith

Atty. Michael D. Smith

Michael D. Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial lending, real estate, bankruptcy/financial restructuring.

Bethesda Bethesda 20 Years Experience 20 year
Call (240) 534-1372

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About Michael D. Smith at a glance

Michael D. Smith is a Principal based in Bethesda, Maryland, practforg at Lerch Early And Brewer Chartered. They haand 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Maryland (2006). Educated at American University Washington College of Law (J.D., 2005) and American University (B.A., 1998). Actiand member of Board of Directors, 2012-2014, Professional Memberships •Maryland State Bar Association •Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland •Washington Area Community Investment Fund. Serands clients in Bethesda, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Michael D. Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial lending, real estate, bankruptcy/financial restructuring
  • Michael D. received a degree from American University in 1998, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Michael D. practices at Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered in Bethesda, MD

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practforg law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Bethesda are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Michael D. Smith's law office located?
Michael D. Smith's law practice is located in Bethesda, Maryland. The firm is Lerch Early And Brewer Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael D. Smith practiced law?
Michael D. Smith has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
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Michael D. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 1998).
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Education

J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 2005
B.A.
American University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 2006

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