Atty. Robert Alan Smith

Atty. Robert Alan Smith

Robert Alan Smith is a lawyer practicing franchising, licensing, real estate and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years.

Washington Washington 64 Years Experience 64 year
Call (771) 209-5333

Profile Summary

About Robert Alan Smith at a glance

Robert Alan Smith is a real estate, ip, and landlord/tenant attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in New York (1962) and District of Columbia (1979). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1962) and Trinity College (B.A., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Alan Smith is a lawyer practicing franchising, licensing, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • Robert practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Alan Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Robert Alan Smith is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in District of Columbia →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Robert Alan Smith is one of 19,927 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Alan Smith

Where is Robert Alan Smith's law office located?
Robert Alan Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Alan Smith handle?
Robert Alan Smith focuses on real estate, ip, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Robert Alan Smith practiced law?
Robert Alan Smith has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Robert Alan Smith go to law school?
Robert Alan Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1962); (B.A., 1959).
How can I contact Robert Alan Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Alan Smith received?
Robert Alan Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1962
B.A.
Trinity College
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1962
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979

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