Atty. Robert W Smith

Atty. Robert W Smith

Robert W Smith is a lawyer practicing car accidents, divorce & separation, landlord & tenant and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a degree from University of Virginia SOL, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Oakland Oakland 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (844) 740-1204

Profile Summary

About Robert W Smith at a glance

Robert W Smith is a car accidents, divorce, real estate, poa, and landlord/tenant attorney based in Oakland, California. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1982), Massachusetts (1996), and California (2015). Educated at Western New England College School of Law (JD, 1981) and University of Virginia SOL Northwestern University (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert W Smith is a lawyer practicing car accidents, divorce & separation, landlord & tenant and 2 other areas of law
  • Robert received a degree from University of Virginia SOL, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Robert practices in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert W Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert W 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.

Robert W Smith is one of 32,842 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in California →

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Robert W Smith is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

Robert W Smith is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Power of Attorney

Robert W Smith is one of 29,580 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in California →

Landlord & Tenant

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

Robert W Smith is one of 19,927 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert W Smith

Where is Robert W Smith's law office located?
Robert W Smith's law practice is located in Oakland, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert W Smith handle?
Robert W Smith focuses on car accidents, divorce, real estate, poa, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert W Smith practiced law?
Robert W Smith has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Robert W Smith go to law school?
Robert W Smith earned their education at (JD, 1981); (—).
How can I contact Robert W Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Robert W 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 Robert W Smith received?
Robert W Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

JD
Western New England College School of Law
- 1981
University of Virginia SOL Northwestern University
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1982
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1996
California
Admitted: 2015

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