Atty. Scott William Smiley

Atty. Scott William Smiley

Scott William Smiley is a lawyer practicing alimony, child support, family law and 3 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Tallahassee Tallahassee 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott William Smiley at a glance

Scott William Smiley is a Member based in Tallahassee, Florida, practicing at Thompson, Crawford & Smiley. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in Florida (1991). Educated at Florida State University College of Law (J.D., 1991) and Vanderbilt University (B.A. Philosophy, 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Tallahassee and American Bar Associations International Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scott William Smiley is a lawyer practicing alimony, child support, family law and 3 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Scott practices at Thompson, Crawford & Smiley in Tallahassee, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott William Smiley's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

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

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Child Support

Scott William Smiley is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Florida →

Alimony / Spousal Support

Scott William Smiley is one of 10,688 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott William Smiley

Where is Scott William Smiley's law office located?
Scott William Smiley's law practice is located in Tallahassee, Florida. The firm is Thompson, Crawford & Smiley. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott William Smiley handle?
Scott William Smiley focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, alimony. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Scott William Smiley practiced law?
Scott William Smiley has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Scott William Smiley go to law school?
Scott William Smiley earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A. Philosophy, 1988).
How can I contact Scott William Smiley for a consultation?
You can contact Scott William Smiley 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 William Smiley received?
Scott William Smiley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University College of Law
- 1991
B.A. Philosophy
Vanderbilt University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1991

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