Atty. Thomas F. Smida

Atty. Thomas F. Smida

Thomas F. Smida is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, public finance, municipal finance and 6 other areas of law.

Harrisburg Harrisburg 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas F. Smida at a glance

Thomas F. Smida is a Member based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, practicing at Mette, Evans & Woodside Attorneys at Law. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, and government. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania (1982), and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at Duquesne University School of Law (J.D. Temple, 1982) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Dauphin County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations Pennsylvania Association of Bond Lawyers National Association of Bond Lawyers. Serands clients in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas F. Smida is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, public finance, municipal finance and 6 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Thomas practices at Mette, Evans & Woodside Attorneys at Law in Harrisburg, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas F. Smida's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas F. Smida handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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.

Thomas F. Smida is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Thomas F. Smida is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Tax Law

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

Thomas F. Smida is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Thomas F. Smida is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas F. Smida

Where is Thomas F. Smida's law office located?
Thomas F. Smida's law practice is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The firm is Mette, Evans & Woodside Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas F. Smida handle?
Thomas F. Smida focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Thomas F. Smida practiced law?
Thomas F. Smida has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Thomas F. Smida go to law school?
Thomas F. Smida earned their education at (J.D. Temple, 1982); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Thomas F. Smida for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas F. Smida 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 Thomas F. Smida received?
Thomas F. Smida's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Temple
Duquesne University School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984

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