Atty. Peter W Smith
Peter W Smith is a lawyer practicing auto negligence, wrongful death & serious personal injury, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.
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Peter W Smith is a Member based in Niles, Michigan, practicing at Peter Smith Law Office. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on divorce, wrongful death, personal injury, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1972), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1972), Michigan (1973), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1974). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1971) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Niles, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Peter W Smith is a lawyer practicing auto negligence, wrongful death & serious personal injury, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Peter practices at Peter Smith Law Office in Niles, MI
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Peter W Smith's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter W Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Peter W Smith is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Michigan →
Peter W Smith is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Michigan →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Peter W Smith is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Peter W Smith is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Michigan →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Peter W Smith is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Michigan
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Niles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan 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 Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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