Atty. Shelton Lora Smith

Atty. Shelton Lora Smith

Shelton Lora Smith is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, legal ethics and professional responsibility, general practice. Shelton received a B.S. degree from University of California at Davis in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Shelton Lora Smith at a glance

Shelton Lora Smith is a Member based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at Galloway, Lucchese, Everson & Picchi A Professional Corporation. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice. Admitted to practice in California (1998) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of California (1998). Educated at University of California School of Law at Davis (J.D., 1998) and University of California at Davis (B.S., 1995). Active member of Santa Clara County and Contra Costa County Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Shelton Lora Smith is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, legal ethics and professional responsibility, general practice
  • Shelton received a B.S. degree from University of California at Davis in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Shelton practices at Galloway, Lucchese, Everson & Picchi A Professional Corporation in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Shelton Lora Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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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 Walnut Creek 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 Shelton Lora Smith

Where is Shelton Lora Smith's law office located?
Shelton Lora Smith's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. The firm is Galloway, Lucchese, Everson & Picchi A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shelton Lora Smith handle?
Shelton Lora Smith focuses on medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Shelton Lora Smith practiced law?
Shelton Lora Smith has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Shelton Lora Smith go to law school?
Shelton Lora Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S., 1995).
How can I contact Shelton Lora Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law at Davis
- 1998
B.S.
University of California at Davis
- 1995

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of California
Admitted: 1998

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