Atty. Michael Gerald Smooke

Atty. Michael Gerald Smooke

Michael Gerald Smooke is a lawyer practicing business law, construction law, energy and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Beverly Hills Beverly Hills 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Gerald Smooke at a glance

Michael Gerald Smooke is a business, real estate, zoning, construction, and environmental attorney based in Beverly Hills, California. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in California (1971). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1970) and University of California at Los Angeles B.A. magna cum laude University of California at Los Angeles B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Executive Committee, Real Estate Section, 2002—, Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serands clients in Beverly Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Gerald Smooke is a lawyer practicing business law, construction law, energy and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Michael practices in Beverly Hills, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Gerald Smooke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Gerald Smooke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael Gerald Smooke is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Michael Gerald Smooke is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Land Use & Zoning

Michael Gerald Smooke is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Construction Law

Michael Gerald Smooke is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in California →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Michael Gerald Smooke is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

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 Beverly Hills 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 Michael Gerald Smooke

Where is Michael Gerald Smooke's law office located?
Michael Gerald Smooke's law practice is located in Beverly Hills, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Gerald Smooke handle?
Michael Gerald Smooke focuses on business, real estate, zoning, construction, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Gerald Smooke practiced law?
Michael Gerald Smooke has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Michael Gerald Smooke go to law school?
Michael Gerald Smooke earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (—).
How can I contact Michael Gerald Smooke for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Gerald Smooke 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 Michael Gerald Smooke received?
Michael Gerald Smooke's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1970
University of California at Los Angeles B.A. magna cum laude University of California at Los Angeles B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1971

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