Atty. Robert L. Smith, Esq.

Atty. Robert L. Smith, Esq.

Robert L. Smith, Esq. is a lawyer practicing criminal, estate planning, trust and probate and 3 other areas of law.

Zanesville Zanesville 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert L. Smith, Esq. at a glance

Robert L. Smith, Esq. is a trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Zanesville, Ohio. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1983) and Wayne State University (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Zanesville, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert L. Smith, Esq. is a lawyer practicing criminal, estate planning, trust and probate and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert L. received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Robert L. practices in Zanesville, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Robert L. Smith, Esq.'s Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Robert L. Smith, Esq. is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

Robert L. Smith, Esq. is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Robert L. Smith, Esq. is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Robert L. Smith, Esq. is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

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

Robert L. Smith, Esq. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert L. Smith, Esq.

Where is Robert L. Smith, Esq.'s law office located?
Robert L. Smith, Esq.'s law practice is located in Zanesville, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert L. Smith, Esq. handle?
Robert L. Smith, Esq. focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Robert L. Smith, Esq. practiced law?
Robert L. Smith, Esq. has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Robert L. Smith, Esq. go to law school?
Robert L. Smith, Esq. earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Robert L. Smith, Esq. for a consultation?
You can contact Robert L. Smith, Esq. 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.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Wayne State University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984

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