Atty. Scott Ormond Smith
Scott Ormond Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, financial institutions litigation, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law. Scott received a B.S. degree from University of Southern CA in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 52+ Years Experience
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About Scott Ormond Smith at a Glance
Scott Ormond Smith is a Shareholder based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Buchalter A Professional Corporation. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in CA, U.S. District Court, Central, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of CA and U.S. Court of A (1974), California (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Loyola University of Los Angeles (J.D., 1974) and University of Southern CA (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott Ormond Smith
- Scott Ormond Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, financial institutions litigation, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Scott received a B.S. degree from University of Southern CA in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Scott practices at Buchalter in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Scott Ormond Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Ormond Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Los Angeles
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Los Angeles
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Creditor Rights & Collections in Los Angeles
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Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Scott Ormond Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Scott Ormond Smith's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, creditor rights, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott Ormond Smith brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in CA, U.S. District Court, Central, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of CA and U.S. Court of A, California, and U.S. Supreme Court, Scott Ormond Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11, Scott Ormond Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Scott Ormond Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Scott Ormond Smith Handles in Los Angeles
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