Atty. Robert A. Smith
Robert A. Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, commercial litigation and 9 other areas of law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Morristown, NJ · 52+ Years Experience
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About Robert A. Smith at a Glance
Robert A. Smith is a Managing Partner based in Morristown, New Jersey, practicing at The Law Offices of Smith & Gaynor. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, and business. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court District of Colorado (1974), Colorado (1975), New Jersey (1977), and U.S. District Court District of New Jersey (1978). Educated at University of Denver College of Law, Denver, Colorado (J.D., 1974) and University of New Hampshire, Durham, New Hampshire (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Morris County (Member, Judicial and Prosecutorial Appointments Committee, 2003—) and New Jersey State Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of New Jersey. Serves clients in Morristown, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert A. Smith
- Robert A. Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, commercial litigation and 9 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of New Hampshire, Durham, New Hampshire in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Robert practices at The Law Offices of Smith & Gaynor in Morristown, NJ
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Robert A. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert A. Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Morristown.
DUI / DWI Defense in Morristown
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Medical Malpractice in Morristown
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Morristown
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.
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Criminal Defense in Morristown
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Business & Corporate Law in Morristown
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Morristown
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Morristown are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Morristown Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Morristown-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Morristown Choose Robert A. Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert A. Smith's practice in the field of dui/dwi, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert A. Smith brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in U.S. District Court District of Colorado, Colorado, and New Jersey, Robert A. Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, medical malpractice, and personal injury, Robert A. Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Morristown
A Morristown-based practice means Robert A. Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert A. Smith Handles in Morristown
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