Atty. Timothy R. Smith

Atty. Timothy R. Smith

Attorney for: New York Adirondack Park Agency, 1974-1981; Town of North Elba Planning Board, 1982-2000; Town of North Elba Zoning Board of Appeals, 1986-2000; Joint Village of Lake Placid/Town of North Elba Review Board 2001-. Email:

Lake Placid Lake Placid 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Timothy R. Smith at a glance

Timothy R. Smith is an Attorney based in Lake Placid, New York, practicing at Timothy R. Smith. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in New York (1974) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1974). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D., 1973) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Essex County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lake Placid, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Attorney for: New York Adirondack Park Agency, 1974-1981
  • Town of North Elba Planning Board, 1982-2000
  • Town of North Elba Zoning Board of Appeals, 1986-2000
  • Joint Village of Lake Placid/Town of North Elba Review Board 2001-
  • Email:

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy R. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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.

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Real Estate Law

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

Timothy R. Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Land Use & Zoning

Timothy R. Smith is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New York →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Timothy R. Smith

Where is Timothy R. Smith's law office located?
Timothy R. Smith's law practice is located in Lake Placid, New York. The firm is Timothy R. Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy R. Smith handle?
Timothy R. Smith focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Timothy R. Smith practiced law?
Timothy R. Smith has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Timothy R. Smith go to law school?
Timothy R. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Timothy R. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Timothy R. 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 Timothy R. Smith received?
Timothy R. Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University School of Law
- 1973
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1974

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