Atty. Wendy H. Smith

Atty. Wendy H. Smith

Wendy has practiced in the area of construction defect/architects and engineers litigation for more than 30 years, representing general contractors, subcontractors and design professionals. She is an experienced litigator who has tried matters in state and federal courts and has handled innumerable mediation and arbitration proceedings.

Roseland Roseland 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Wendy H. Smith at a glance

Wendy H. Smith is a Senior Counsel based in Roseland, New Jersey, practicing at Marshall Dennehey. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, construction, product liability, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1981), U.S District Court of New Jersey (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1985). Educated at Boston University School of Law, Boston, Massachusetts (J.D., 1981) and Smith College (A.B. Economics, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Associations & Memberships • American Bar Association • Bergen County Bar Association • Essex County Bar Association • New Jersey Bar Association • New Jersey Defense Association. Serands clients in Roseland, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Wendy has practiced in the area of construction defect/architects and engineers litigation for more than 30 years, representing general contractors, subcontractors and design professionals
  • She is an experienced litigator who has tried matters in state and federal courts and has handled innumerable mediation and arbitration proceedings
  • Wendy has also handled numerous multi-party construction defect/architects and engineers and complex product liability actions, including class actions
  • In 1978 Wendy graduated from Smith College with an A.B. in economics and received her juris doctor from Boston University School of Law in 1981
  • She served as law secretary to the Honorable Charles R. DiGisi, J.S.C., during the 1981-1982 court term
  • Wendy was admitted to New Jersey and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey in 1981 and was admitted to the U.S
  • Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court in 1985
  • She is a member of the Bergen County, Essex County, New Jersey and American Bar Associations
  • Honors & awards AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell The Martindale Hubbell rated attorney list is issued by Internet Brands, Inc. A description of the selection methodology can be found here
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  • New Jersey Super Lawyer 2006-2009, 2018
  • Top 50 Female Lawyers, 2006-2007 The Super Lawyers list is issued by Thomson Reuters
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  • New Jersey Top Rated Lawyer 2012-2013 New Jerseys Women Leaders in the Law 2013 Year joined 2000 Thought Leadership Marshall Dennehey Announces 2018 New Jersey Super Lawyers & Rising Stars March 19, 2018 Eleven attorneys from the New Jersey offices of Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin have been selected to the 2018 edition of New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine

Practice Areas Explained

Wendy H. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Construction Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Wendy H. Smith

Where is Wendy H. Smith's law office located?
Wendy H. Smith's law practice is located in Roseland, New Jersey. The firm is Marshall Dennehey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wendy H. Smith handle?
Wendy H. Smith focuses on personal injury, construction, product liability, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Wendy H. Smith practiced law?
Wendy H. Smith has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Wendy H. Smith go to law school?
Wendy H. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B. Economics, 1978).
How can I contact Wendy H. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Wendy H. 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 Wendy H. Smith received?
Wendy H. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law, Boston, Massachusetts
- 1981
A.B. Economics
Smith College
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1981
U.S District Court of New Jersey
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985

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