Atty. Sheldon H. Smith
Sheldon H. Smith is a lawyer practicing employee benefits and executive compensation, fiduciary litigation, probate and 2 other areas of law.
Employee Benefits And Executive Compensation & More Attorney · Serving Denver, CO · 52+ Years Experience
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About Sheldon H. Smith at a Glance
Sheldon H. Smith is a trusts, probate, tax, employment contracts, and litigation attorney based in Denver, Colorado. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1974), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1974), U.S. Tax Court (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1989). Educated at University of Denver (J.D. Taxation, 1973) and Washington University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Denver Bar Association. Serves clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sheldon H. Smith
- Sheldon H. Smith is a lawyer practicing employee benefits and executive compensation, fiduciary litigation, probate and 2 other areas of law
- Sheldon received a B.A. degree from Washington University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Sheldon practices in Denver, CO
Practice Areas Explained
Sheldon H. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sheldon H. Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Denver.
Trusts in Denver
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Probate in Denver
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Tax Law in Denver
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Employment Contracts in Denver
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Civil Litigation in Denver
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 Denver
Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Denver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado 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 Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Denver Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Denver-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 Denver Choose Sheldon H. 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 Sheldon H. Smith's practice in the field of trusts, probate, tax, employment contracts, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sheldon H. 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 Colorado, U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit, and U.S. Tax Court, Sheldon H. Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and tax, Sheldon H. Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Denver
A Denver-based practice means Sheldon H. 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 Sheldon H. Smith Handles in Denver
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