Atty. Shavon J Smith

Atty. Shavon J Smith

Shavon J Smith is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, litigation, business and 1 other area of law. Shavon received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Washington Washington 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Shavon J Smith at a glance

Shavon J Smith is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Dickstein Shapiro Llp. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2006), District of Columbia (2008), and Maryland (2014). Educated at Howard University School of Law (J.D., 2005) and Michigan State University (B.A., 2002). Active member of State Bar of Michigan District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Shavon J Smith is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, litigation, business and 1 other area of law
  • Shavon received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Shavon practices at Dickstein Shapiro LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Shavon J Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Shavon J Smith

Where is Shavon J Smith's law office located?
Shavon J Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Dickstein Shapiro Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shavon J Smith handle?
Shavon J Smith focuses on employment, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Shavon J Smith practiced law?
Shavon J Smith has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Shavon J Smith go to law school?
Shavon J Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2002).
How can I contact Shavon J Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Howard University School of Law
- 2005
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 2006
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2008
Maryland
Admitted: 2014

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