Atty. Wallace Jay Smith

Atty. Wallace Jay Smith

Wallace Jay Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Wallace has been licensed for 59 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 59 Years Experience 59 year
Call (916) 245-9132

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About Wallace Jay Smith at a glance

Wallace Jay Smith is a Member based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Wallace J. Smith. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1967). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1967). Active member of Sacramento County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California California Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Association San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Wallace Jay Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Wallace has been licensed for 59 years
  • Wallace practices at Wallace J. Smith in Sacramento, CA

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Wallace Jay Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

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 Sacramento 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 venue, 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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Where is Wallace Jay Smith's law office located?
Wallace Jay Smith's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Wallace J. Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wallace Jay Smith handle?
Wallace Jay Smith focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Wallace Jay Smith practiced law?
Wallace Jay Smith has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Wallace Jay Smith go to law school?
Wallace Jay Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1967).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1967

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1967

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