Atty. William Blakney Smith

Atty. William Blakney Smith

Mr. William Blakney Smith is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, antitrust & competition law, business & tort litigation and 8 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About William Blakney Smith at a glance

William Blakney Smith is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Jones Day. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1980). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1980) and Cornell University (A.B., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William Blakney Smith is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, antitrust & competition law, business & tort litigation and 8 other areas of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from Cornell University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • William practices at Jones Day in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

William Blakney Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Blakney 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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

William Blakney Smith is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William Blakney Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Blakney Smith

Where is William Blakney Smith's law office located?
William Blakney Smith's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Jones Day. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Blakney Smith handle?
William Blakney Smith focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has William Blakney Smith practiced law?
William Blakney Smith has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did William Blakney Smith go to law school?
William Blakney Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.B., 1977).
How can I contact William Blakney Smith for a consultation?
You can contact William Blakney 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 William Blakney Smith received?
William Blakney Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1980
A.B.
Cornell University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1980

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