Atty. Richard Allan Smith

Atty. Richard Allan Smith

Richard Allan Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, commercial and 18 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of New Haven in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

New Fairfield New Fairfield 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Allan Smith at a glance

Richard Allan Smith is a car accidents, dui/dwi, formation, probate, and personal injury attorney based in New Fairfield, Connecticut. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1983) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1983). Educated at University of Bridgeport School of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of New Haven (B.A. Political, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in New Fairfield, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Allan Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, commercial and 18 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of New Haven in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Richard practices in New Fairfield, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Allan Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Business Formation

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Probate

Richard Allan Smith is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Connecticut →

Personal Injury

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.

Richard Allan Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Connecticut →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Allan Smith

Where is Richard Allan Smith's law office located?
Richard Allan Smith's law practice is located in New Fairfield, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Allan Smith handle?
Richard Allan Smith focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, formation, probate, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Richard Allan Smith practiced law?
Richard Allan Smith has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Richard Allan Smith go to law school?
Richard Allan Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A. Political, 1980).
How can I contact Richard Allan Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Allan Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Richard Allan Smith received?
Richard Allan Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Bridgeport School of Law
- 1983
B.A. Political
University of New Haven
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1983

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