Atty. W Stephen Smith

Atty. W Stephen Smith

W Stephen Smith is a lawyer practicing federal regulation, antitrust law, appellate & supreme court and 12 other areas of law. W received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Washington Washington 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About W Stephen Smith at a glance

W Stephen Smith is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Morrison And Foerster Llp. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, litigation, consumer, and environmental. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1983). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1983) and Northwestern University (B.A. Northwestern, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • W Stephen Smith is a lawyer practicing federal regulation, antitrust law, appellate & supreme court and 12 other areas of law
  • W received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • W practices at Morrison & Foerster LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

W Stephen Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Environmental Law

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W Stephen Smith is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about W Stephen Smith

Where is W Stephen Smith's law office located?
W Stephen Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Morrison And Foerster Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W Stephen Smith handle?
W Stephen Smith focuses on business, m&a, litigation, consumer, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has W Stephen Smith practiced law?
W Stephen Smith has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did W Stephen Smith go to law school?
W Stephen Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A. Northwestern, 1978).
How can I contact W Stephen Smith for a consultation?
You can contact W Stephen 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 W Stephen Smith received?
W Stephen Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1983
B.A. Northwestern
Northwestern University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1983

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