Atty. Wayne A. Smith

Atty. Wayne A. Smith

Wayne A. Smith is a lawyer practicing wills, probate, trusts and estates, agricultural law, business law and 8 other areas of law.

Phoenix Phoenix 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Wayne A. Smith at a glance

Wayne A. Smith is a Member based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Jennings Strouss And Salmon P L C. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1969), U.S. Tax Court (1969), and Arizona (1972). Educated at University of Missouri (LL.M. Taxation, 1971) and New Mexico State University (B.S.M.E., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maricopa County Bar Association State Bar of Arizona (Member, Taxation Section Chairman, Liaison Committee, 1977-1978) State Bar of New Mexico. Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Wayne A. Smith is a lawyer practicing wills, probate, trusts and estates, agricultural law, business law and 8 other areas of law
  • Wayne received a B.S.M.E. degree from New Mexico State University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Wayne practices at Jennings, Strouss & Salmon, P.L.C. in Phoenix, AZ and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Wayne A. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Wayne A. Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arizona →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Wayne A. Smith

Where is Wayne A. Smith's law office located?
Wayne A. Smith's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Jennings Strouss And Salmon P L C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wayne A. Smith handle?
Wayne A. Smith focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Wayne A. Smith practiced law?
Wayne A. Smith has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Wayne A. Smith go to law school?
Wayne A. Smith earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1971); (B.S.M.E., 1966).
How can I contact Wayne A. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Wayne A. 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 Wayne A. Smith received?
Wayne A. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
University of Missouri
- 1971
B.S.M.E.
New Mexico State University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1969
Arizona
Admitted: 1972

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