Atty. Sherman C. Smith

Atty. Sherman C. Smith

Sherman C. Smith is a lawyer practicing dui/dwi defense, bankruptcy, personal injury and 1 other area of law.

Newport News Newport News 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (757) 936-4174 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Sherman C. Smith at a glance

Sherman C. Smith is a Member based in Newport News, Virginia, practicing at Sherman C. Smith, Attorney at Law. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, bankruptcy, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Virginia United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia United States Court of Ap (1990). Educated at Loyola University of Los Angeles (J.D., 1985) and Haverford College (B.A., 1973). Serands clients in Newport News, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sherman C. Smith is a lawyer practicing dui/dwi defense, bankruptcy, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Sherman C. received a B.A. degree from Haverford College in 1973, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Sherman C. practices at Sherman C. Smith, Attorney at Law in Newport News, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Sherman C. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Personal Injury

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Traffic Violations

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sherman C. Smith

Where is Sherman C. Smith's law office located?
Sherman C. Smith's law practice is located in Newport News, Virginia. The firm is Sherman C. Smith, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sherman C. Smith handle?
Sherman C. Smith focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, bankruptcy, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Sherman C. Smith practiced law?
Sherman C. Smith has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Sherman C. Smith go to law school?
Sherman C. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Sherman C. Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University of Los Angeles
- 1985
B.A.
Haverford College
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Virginia United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia United States Court of Ap
Admitted: 1990

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