Atty. Todd Philip Smithline

Atty. Todd Philip Smithline

Todd Philip Smithline is a lawyer practicing general practice. Todd received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Todd Philip Smithline at a glance

Todd Philip Smithline is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Smithline Jha LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in California (1993) and Washington (2015). Educated at University of California School of Law at Los Angeles (J.D., 1993) and Tufts University (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Todd Philip Smithline is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • Todd received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Todd practices at Smithline Jha LLP in San Francisco, CA

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Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Todd Philip Smithline's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Smithline Jha LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Todd Philip Smithline has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
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Todd Philip Smithline earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
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Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law at Los Angeles
- 1993
B.A.
Tufts University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993
Washington
Admitted: 2015

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