Atty. Russell Jeff Smith

Atty. Russell Jeff Smith

Russell Jeff Smith is a lawyer practicing debtor rights, collections, commercial banking and 7 other areas of law. Russell received a B.S. degree from California State University at Northridge in 1972, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Agoura Hills Agoura Hills 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Russell Jeff Smith at a glance

Russell Jeff Smith is a Member based in Agoura Hills, California, practicing at Russell J. Smith. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, commercial re, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in California (1983) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1993). Educated at University of West Los Angeles School of Law (J.D., 1982) and California State University at Northridge (B.S. Business, 1972). Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California Risk Management Association. Serands clients in Agoura Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Russell Jeff Smith is a lawyer practicing debtor rights, collections, commercial banking and 7 other areas of law
  • Russell received a B.S. degree from California State University at Northridge in 1972, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Russell practices at Russell J. Smith in Agoura Hills, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Russell Jeff Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Russell Jeff Smith is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Commercial Real Estate

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Creditor Rights & Collections

Russell Jeff Smith is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 Agoura Hills 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 andnue, 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 Russell Jeff Smith

Where is Russell Jeff Smith's law office located?
Russell Jeff Smith's law practice is located in Agoura Hills, California. The firm is Russell J. Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Russell Jeff Smith handle?
Russell Jeff Smith focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, commercial re, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Russell Jeff Smith practiced law?
Russell Jeff Smith has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Russell Jeff Smith go to law school?
Russell Jeff Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S. Business, 1972).
How can I contact Russell Jeff Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of West Los Angeles School of Law
- 1982
B.S. Business
California State University at Northridge
- 1972

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1993

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