Atty. Michael James Smith

Atty. Michael James Smith

Michael James Smith is a lawyer practicing government. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Idaho in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Tacoma Tacoma 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Michael James Smith at a glance

Michael James Smith is a Tacoma City Attorney's Off. based in Tacoma, Washington. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on government. Admitted to practice in Washington (1998). Educated at Gonzaga University (J.D., 1998) and University of Idaho (B.A. Political, 1995). Serands clients in Tacoma, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael James Smith is a lawyer practicing government
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Idaho in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Michael practices in Tacoma, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tacoma are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Michael James Smith's law office located?
Michael James Smith's law practice is located in Tacoma, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Smith handle?
Michael James Smith focuses on government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Michael James Smith practiced law?
Michael James Smith has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Michael James Smith go to law school?
Michael James Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A. Political, 1995).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Gonzaga University
- 1998
B.A. Political
University of Idaho
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1998

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