Atty. Michele Ann Smith

Atty. Michele Ann Smith

Michele Ann Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, juvenile, litigation. Michele received a B.A. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Maplewood Maplewood 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Michele Ann Smith at a glance

Michele Ann Smith is a criminal defense, juvenile, and litigation attorney based in Maplewood, New Jersey. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1998), Massachusetts (Inactive) (2000), New Jersey (2003), and New York (2003). Educated at Harvard Law School J.D. (—) and Columbia University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Maplewood, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michele Ann Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, juvenile, litigation
  • Michele received a B.A. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Michele practices in Maplewood, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Michele Ann Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Juvenile Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Where is Michele Ann Smith's law office located?
Michele Ann Smith's law practice is located in Maplewood, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michele Ann Smith handle?
Michele Ann Smith focuses on criminal defense, juvenile, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Michele Ann Smith practiced law?
Michele Ann Smith has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
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Education

Harvard Law School J.D.
- In Progress
Columbia University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1998
Massachusetts (Inactive)
Admitted: 2000
New Jersey
Admitted: 2003
New York
Admitted: 2003

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