Atty. Mr John L Smith

Atty. Mr John L Smith

Mr John L Smith is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal defense, general practice and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from University of Scranton in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Tempe Tempe 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Mr John L Smith at a glance

Mr John L Smith is a Member based in Tempe, Arizona, practicing at John Lawrence Smith. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, family law, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1987) and Arizona (1993). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1986) and University of Scranton (B.S., 1982). Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Tempe, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr John L Smith is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal defense, general practice and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Scranton in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices at John Lawrence Smith in Tempe, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

Mr John L Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mr John L Smith

Where is Mr John L Smith's law office located?
Mr John L Smith's law practice is located in Tempe, Arizona. The firm is John Lawrence Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mr John L Smith handle?
Mr John L Smith focuses on probate, criminal defense, family law, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Mr John L Smith practiced law?
Mr John L Smith has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Mr John L Smith go to law school?
Mr John L Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Mr John L Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1986
B.S.
University of Scranton
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1987
Arizona
Admitted: 1993

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