Atty. Stephen Lemar Smith
Stephen Lemar Smith is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, civil rights, personal injury. Stephen received a B.J. degree from University of Nebraska in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 38+ Years Experience
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About Stephen Lemar Smith at a Glance
Stephen Lemar Smith is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at The Law Firm of Stephen L. Smith, PLLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1988) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1989). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1987) and University of Nebraska (B.J., 1984). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Minnesota State Bar Association (Member, Governing Council, Labor and Employment Law Section) Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers National Association of Employment Lawyers. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen Lemar Smith
- Stephen Lemar Smith is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, civil rights, personal injury
- Stephen received a B.J. degree from University of Nebraska in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Stephen practices at The Law Firm of Stephen L. Smith, PLLC in Minneapolis, MN
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Stephen Lemar Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Lemar Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Personal Injury in Minneapolis
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Stephen Lemar Smith is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →
Employment Law in Minneapolis
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Stephen Lemar Smith is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Minnesota →
Civil Litigation in Minneapolis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Stephen Lemar Smith is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →
Civil Rights in Minneapolis
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Stephen Lemar Smith is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Minnesota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Minneapolis
Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Minneapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota 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 Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Minneapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minneapolis-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 Minneapolis Choose Stephen Lemar 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 Stephen Lemar Smith's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen Lemar Smith brings 38+ 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 Minnesota and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota, Stephen Lemar Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and litigation, Stephen Lemar Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis-based practice means Stephen Lemar Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Stephen Lemar Smith Handles in Minneapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Stephen Lemar Smith has experience with under Minnesota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Stephen Lemar Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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