Atty. Wade M. Smith

Atty. Wade M. Smith

Mr. Wade M.

Raleigh Raleigh 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About Wade M. Smith at a glance

Wade M. Smith is a Partner based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Tharrington Smith, LLP. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, ip, and white collar. Admitted to practice in North Carolina U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern (1963). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1963) and University of North Carolina (A.B., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1988), North Carolina and American Bar Associations NC Advocates for Justice The Association of Trial Lawyers of America National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial Lawyers (President, 1972, Wake County and American Board of Criminal Lawyers, American College of Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Wade M. Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal law and business crimes defense, litigation, governmental and regulatory law and 17 other areas of law
  • Wade received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • Wade practices at Tharrington Smith, LLP in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Wade M. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Intellectual Property

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Wade M. Smith

Where is Wade M. Smith's law office located?
Wade M. Smith's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Tharrington Smith, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wade M. Smith handle?
Wade M. Smith focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, ip, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Wade M. Smith practiced law?
Wade M. Smith has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did Wade M. Smith go to law school?
Wade M. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1963); (A.B., 1960).
How can I contact Wade M. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Wade M. 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 Wade M. Smith received?
Wade M. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1963
A.B.
University of North Carolina
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern
Admitted: 1963

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