Atty. Spurgeon E. Smith

Atty. Spurgeon E. Smith

Spurgeon E. Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (909) 752-6230

Profile Summary

About Spurgeon E. Smith at a glance

Spurgeon E. Smith is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Los Angeles, California. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1982) and California (1984). Educated at Howard University (J.D., 1981) and University of the West Indies, Jamaica (B.S., 1975). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Spurgeon E. Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution
  • Spurgeon received a B.S. degree from University of the West Indies, Jamaica in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Spurgeon practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Spurgeon E. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Los Angeles 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 venue, 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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Where is Spurgeon E. Smith's law office located?
Spurgeon E. Smith's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Spurgeon E. Smith handle?
Spurgeon E. Smith focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Spurgeon E. Smith practiced law?
Spurgeon E. Smith has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Spurgeon E. Smith go to law school?
Spurgeon E. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1975).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Howard University
- 1981
B.S.
University of the West Indies, Jamaica
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982
California
Admitted: 1984

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