Atty. Philip James Smith

Atty. Philip James Smith

Philip James Smith is a lawyer practicing immigration law, immigration litigation, appellate practice. Philip received a M.B.A. degree from Rice University in 1987, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Portland Portland 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Philip James Smith at a glance

Philip James Smith is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Nelson Smith LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on immigration and appellate. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1996), Oregon U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1998), U.S Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2000), and U.S. Supreme Court (2003). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1996) and Rice University (M.B.A. University, 1987). Active member of Oregon State Bar American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Philip James Smith is a lawyer practicing immigration law, immigration litigation, appellate practice
  • Philip received a M.B.A. degree from Rice University in 1987, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Philip practices at Nelson Smith LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Philip James Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Immigration Law

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip James Smith

Where is Philip James Smith's law office located?
Philip James Smith's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Nelson Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip James Smith handle?
Philip James Smith focuses on immigration, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Philip James Smith practiced law?
Philip James Smith has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Philip James Smith go to law school?
Philip James Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (M.B.A. University, 1987).
How can I contact Philip James Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1996
M.B.A. University
Rice University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1996
Oregon U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1998
U.S Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2003
Hawaii
Admitted: 2012

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