Atty. Paul E. Smith

Atty. Paul E. Smith

Paul E. Smith is a lawyer practicing tax advice and controversy, energy and natural resources, non-profit organizations.

Boulder Boulder 46 Years Experience 46 year
Call (720) 881-7221

Profile Summary

About Paul E. Smith at a glance

Paul E. Smith is an Attorney based in Boulder, Colorado, practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on tax and environmental. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1980). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1980) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.A. Economics, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Colorado and American (Member, Tax Section) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Boulder, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Paul E. Smith is a lawyer practicing tax advice and controversy, energy and natural resources, non-profit organizations
  • Paul E. received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Paul E. practices at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP in Boulder, CO and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Paul E. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Environmental Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boulder are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul E. Smith

Where is Paul E. Smith's law office located?
Paul E. Smith's law practice is located in Boulder, Colorado. The firm is Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul E. Smith handle?
Paul E. Smith focuses on tax, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Paul E. Smith practiced law?
Paul E. Smith has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Paul E. Smith go to law school?
Paul E. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. Economics, 1975).
How can I contact Paul E. Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul E. Smith received?
Paul E. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1980
B.A. Economics
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1980

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