Atty. Todd Lawrence Smith
Todd Lawrence Smith is a lawyer practicing guardianship administration, elder law. Todd received a B.S. degree from Bowling Green State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.
Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL · 54+ Years Experience
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About Todd Lawrence Smith at a Glance
Todd Lawrence Smith is a Member based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Smith & Smith. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on poa and elder law. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1972) and Florida (1975). Educated at Ohio State University (J.D., 1972) and Bowling Green State University (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Elder Law Section) The Florida Bar (Elder Law Section, Broward County Bar Association. Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Todd Lawrence Smith
- Todd Lawrence Smith is a lawyer practicing guardianship administration, elder law
- Todd received a B.S. degree from Bowling Green State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Todd practices at Smith & Smith in Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Todd Lawrence Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Todd Lawrence Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Lauderdale.
Power of Attorney in Fort Lauderdale
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Elder Law in Fort Lauderdale
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Lauderdale
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lauderdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Fort Lauderdale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Lauderdale-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 Fort Lauderdale Choose Todd Lawrence 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 Todd Lawrence Smith's practice in the field of poa and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Todd Lawrence Smith brings 54+ 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 Ohio and Florida, Todd Lawrence Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering poa and elder law, Todd Lawrence Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Lauderdale
A Fort Lauderdale-based practice means Todd Lawrence 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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