Atty. Michael K. Smeltzer

Atty. Michael K. Smeltzer

Michael K. Smeltzer is a lawyer practicing business & corporate, environmental, real estate.

Roanoke Roanoke 65 yrs experience 65 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael K. Smeltzer at a glance

Michael K. Smeltzer is a Principal based in Roanoke, Virginia, practicing at Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1961), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1962), and Florida (1963). Educated at Washington & Lee University (LL.B., 1961) and Virginia Military Institute (B.A., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Roanoke, Virginia (Member Chairman, 1998-1999, Board of Governors, Real Property Section) and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Roanoke, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael K. Smeltzer is a lawyer practicing business & corporate, environmental, real estate
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Virginia Military Institute in 1958, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • Michael practices at Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black in Roanoke, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael K. Smeltzer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael K. Smeltzer 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.

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Real Estate Law

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

Michael K. Smeltzer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →

Environmental Law

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

Michael K. Smeltzer is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael K. Smeltzer

Where is Michael K. Smeltzer's law office located?
Michael K. Smeltzer's law practice is located in Roanoke, Virginia. The firm is Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael K. Smeltzer handle?
Michael K. Smeltzer focuses on business, real estate, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michael K. Smeltzer practiced law?
Michael K. Smeltzer has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did Michael K. Smeltzer go to law school?
Michael K. Smeltzer earned their education at (LL.B., 1961); (B.A., 1958).
How can I contact Michael K. Smeltzer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael K. Smeltzer received?
Michael K. Smeltzer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Washington & Lee University
- 1961
B.A.
Virginia Military Institute
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1961
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1962
Florida
Admitted: 1963

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