Atty. Michael J. Smith
Michael J. Smith is a lawyer practicing real estate, municipal law, family law and 2 other areas of law.
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About Michael J. Smith at a glance
Michael J. Smith is a Member based in Seneca, South Carolina, practicing at Michael J. Smith. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, real estate, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1975). Educated at University of South Carolina Schhol of Law (J.D., 1975) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Seneca, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael J. Smith is a lawyer practicing real estate, municipal law, family law and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Michael practices at Michael J. Smith in Seneca, SC
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Michael J. Smith's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Michael J. Smith is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Michael J. Smith is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in South Carolina →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael J. Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Carolina →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael J. Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Michael J. Smith is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in South Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in South Carolina
Practicing law in South Carolina. Legal matters in South Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seneca are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Carolina 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 South Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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