Atty. Richard J Smith
Richard J Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, domestic law, property law and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a B.B.A. degree from Mississippi, University of in 1971, and has been licensed for 53 years.
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Richard J Smith is a Member based in Gulfport, Mississippi, practicing at Miller & Smith. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1973). Educated at Mississippi, University of (J.D., 1973) and Mississippi, University of (B.B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Gulfport, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Richard J Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, domestic law, property law and 2 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.B.A. degree from Mississippi, University of in 1971, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Richard practices at Miller & Smith in Gulfport, MS
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Richard J Smith's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard J Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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 J Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Richard J Smith is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Mississippi →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Richard J Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Mississippi →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Mississippi
Practicing law in Mississippi. Legal matters in Mississippi are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Gulfport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Mississippi state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Mississippi 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 Mississippi courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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