Atty. W. Shane Smithton

Atty. W. Shane Smithton

W. Shane Smithton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, commercial transactions and 4 other areas of law.

Woodward Woodward 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About W. Shane Smithton at a glance

W. Shane Smithton is a Member based in Woodward, Oklahoma, practicing at Hodgden Law Firm, PLLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1991) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma (1991). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1991) and Oklahoma State University (B.S. Business, 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Woodward County, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Woodward, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • W. Shane Smithton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, commercial transactions and 4 other areas of law
  • W. Shane received a B.S. degree from Oklahoma State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • W. Shane practices at Hodgden Law Firm, PLLC in Woodward, OK

Practice Areas Explained

W. Shane Smithton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W. Shane Smithton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

W. Shane Smithton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Oklahoma →

Personal Injury

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.

W. Shane Smithton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oklahoma →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

W. Shane Smithton is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Oklahoma →

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.

W. Shane Smithton is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oklahoma →

Business & Corporate Law

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

W. Shane Smithton is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oklahoma →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oklahoma

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about W. Shane Smithton

Where is W. Shane Smithton's law office located?
W. Shane Smithton's law practice is located in Woodward, Oklahoma. The firm is Hodgden Law Firm, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Shane Smithton handle?
W. Shane Smithton focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has W. Shane Smithton practiced law?
W. Shane Smithton has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did W. Shane Smithton go to law school?
W. Shane Smithton earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Business, 1988).
How can I contact W. Shane Smithton for a consultation?
You can contact W. Shane Smithton 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 W. Shane Smithton received?
W. Shane Smithton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 1991
B.S. Business
Oklahoma State University
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma
Admitted: 1991

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