Atty. Russell L. Smith

Atty. Russell L. Smith

Russell L. Smith is a lawyer.

Washington Washington 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (732) 360-6947 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Russell L. Smith at a glance

Russell L. Smith is a Special Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1972), U.S. Supreme Court (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (1978), and New York (2009). Educated at University Of Georgia School Of Law (J.D., 1972) and University Of Pittsburgh School Of Law Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1968). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Russell L. Smith is a lawyer
  • Russell L. received a degree from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Law, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Russell L. practices at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP in Washington, DC and 1 other location

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 andnue, 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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Where is Russell L. Smith's law office located?
Russell L. Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Russell L. Smith practiced law?
Russell L. Smith has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Russell L. Smith go to law school?
Russell L. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1968).
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Education

J.D.
University Of Georgia School Of Law
- 1972
B.A.
University Of Pittsburgh School Of Law Vanderbilt University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1978
New York
Admitted: 2009

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