Atty. William Calvin Smith III

Atty. William Calvin Smith III

Mr. William Calvin Smith III is a lawyer practicing business law, mergers & acquisitions, corporate finance and 3 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 30 Years Experience 30 year
Call (334) 694-4037

Profile Summary

About William Calvin Smith III at a glance

William Calvin Smith III is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at King & Spalding LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, m&a, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1996). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1996) and Wake Forest University Class of 1991 (—). Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William Calvin Smith III is a lawyer practicing business law, mergers & acquisitions, corporate finance and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a degree from Wake Forest University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • William practices at King & Spalding LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

William Calvin Smith III's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William Calvin Smith III is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Georgia →

Mergers & Acquisitions

William Calvin Smith III is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 venue, 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 Calvin Smith III

Where is William Calvin Smith III's law office located?
William Calvin Smith III's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is King & Spalding LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Calvin Smith III handle?
William Calvin Smith III focuses on business, bankruptcy, m&a, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has William Calvin Smith III practiced law?
William Calvin Smith III has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did William Calvin Smith III go to law school?
William Calvin Smith III earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (—).
How can I contact William Calvin Smith III for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1996
Wake Forest University Class of 1991
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1996

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