Atty. Stephen L. Smith

Atty. Stephen L. Smith

Mr. Stephen L.

Charlotte Charlotte 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen L. Smith at a glance

Stephen L. Smith is a Member based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Horack, Talley, Pharr & Lowndes, P.A.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on family law, estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1976). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1976) and University of North Carolina (A.B., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Stephen L. Smith is a lawyer practicing wealth planning, estate planning, tax planning and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Stephen practices at Horack, Talley, Pharr & Lowndes, P.A. in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen L. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Stephen L. Smith is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Stephen L. Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in North Carolina →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Stephen L. Smith is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen L. Smith

Where is Stephen L. Smith's law office located?
Stephen L. Smith's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Horack, Talley, Pharr & Lowndes, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen L. Smith handle?
Stephen L. Smith focuses on family law, estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Stephen L. Smith practiced law?
Stephen L. Smith has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Stephen L. Smith go to law school?
Stephen L. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1973).
How can I contact Stephen L. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen L. Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen L. Smith received?
Stephen L. Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1976
A.B.
University of North Carolina
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1976

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