Atty. Scott Carlos Smith

Atty. Scott Carlos Smith

Mr. Scott Carlos Smith is a lawyer practicing environmental, municipal, public and 2 other areas of law.

Irvine Irvine 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Carlos Smith at a glance

Scott Carlos Smith is a Partner based in Irvine, California, practicing at Best Best & Krieger LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on zoning, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1985). Educated at Brigham Young University (J.D., 1985) and Utah State University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Scott Carlos Smith is a lawyer practicing environmental, municipal, public and 2 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Utah State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Scott practices at Best Best & Krieger LLP in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Carlos Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

Scott Carlos Smith is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Scott Carlos Smith is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Scott Carlos Smith is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Irvine 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 Scott Carlos Smith

Where is Scott Carlos Smith's law office located?
Scott Carlos Smith's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Best Best & Krieger LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Carlos Smith handle?
Scott Carlos Smith focuses on zoning, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Scott Carlos Smith practiced law?
Scott Carlos Smith has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Scott Carlos Smith go to law school?
Scott Carlos Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Scott Carlos Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Scott Carlos 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 Scott Carlos Smith received?
Scott Carlos Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Brigham Young University
- 1985
B.A.
Utah State University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985

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