Atty. Michael Todd Smith

Atty. Michael Todd Smith

Michael Todd Smith is a lawyer practicing real estate acquisitions, timber and logging law, forestry law and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Todd Smith at a glance

Michael Todd Smith is an Of Counsel based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1974). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1974) and University of South Carolina (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Todd Smith is a lawyer practicing real estate acquisitions, timber and logging law, forestry law and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Michael practices at Burr & Forman LLP in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Todd Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Todd Smith 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 Todd Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Real Estate Law

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

Michael Todd Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Carolina →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael Todd Smith is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 Columbia 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Todd Smith

Where is Michael Todd Smith's law office located?
Michael Todd Smith's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Burr & Forman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Todd Smith handle?
Michael Todd Smith focuses on business, real estate, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Michael Todd Smith practiced law?
Michael Todd Smith has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Michael Todd Smith go to law school?
Michael Todd Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Michael Todd Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Todd Smith received?
Michael Todd Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1974
B.A.
University of South Carolina
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1974

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