Atty. Thomas Smith Howard
Thomas Smith Howard is a lawyer practicing nursing home abuse and neglect in new jersey, business litigation, arbitration and 23 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Hobart College, Geneva, New York in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Hackensack, NJ · 48+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Smith Howard at a Glance
Thomas Smith Howard is a Partner based in Hackensack, New Jersey. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and employment. Admitted to practice in New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1978), and New Jersey (1987). Educated at New York University School of Law, New York, New York (J.D. Editor, 1977) and Hobart College, Geneva, New York (B.A. Philosophy, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bergen County Bar Association Maritime Law Association of the United States American Association for Justice (Member, Nursing Home Litigation Group) NJ-AAJ. Serves clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Smith Howard
- Thomas Smith Howard is a lawyer practicing nursing home abuse and neglect in new jersey, business litigation, arbitration and 23 other areas of law
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from Hobart College, Geneva, New York in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Thomas practices in Hackensack, NJ
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas Smith Howard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Smith Howard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hackensack.
Probate in Hackensack
Thomas Smith Howard is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in New Jersey →
Medical Malpractice in Hackensack
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Thomas Smith Howard is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in New Jersey →
Wrongful Death in Hackensack
Thomas Smith Howard is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in New Jersey →
Personal Injury in Hackensack
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.
Thomas Smith Howard is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Jersey →
Employment Law in Hackensack
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Thomas Smith Howard is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hackensack
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hackensack are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Hackensack Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hackensack-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 Hackensack Choose Thomas Smith Howard
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 Thomas Smith Howard's practice in the field of probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Smith Howard brings 48+ 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 New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Thomas Smith Howard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, Thomas Smith Howard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hackensack
A Hackensack-based practice means Thomas Smith Howard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Thomas Smith Howard Handles in Hackensack
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Thomas Smith Howard has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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