Atty. William Edward Smith, Jr.

Atty. William Edward Smith, Jr.

Mr. William Edward Smith, Jr. is a lawyer practicing personal injury, general practice, automobile accidents and injuries and 3 other areas of law.

Florence Florence 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About William Edward Smith, Jr. at a glance

William Edward Smith, Jr. is a Member based in Florence, Alabama, practicing at William E Smith Jr. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Georgia (Inactive) (1992), Alabama (1993), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama (1994), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1995). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1992) and University of North Alabama (B.A. University, 1986). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Treasurer, 2002-2003 Vice President, 2003-2004 President, 2004-2005) and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia Alabama State Bar (Public Relations Committee) Association of Trial Lawyers of America Alabama Trial Lawyers Association Alabama Crimin, Lauderdale County. Serands clients in Florence, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William Edward Smith, Jr. is a lawyer practicing personal injury, general practice, automobile accidents and injuries and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of North Alabama in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • William practices at William E. Smith, Jr. in Florence, AL

Practice Areas Explained

William Edward Smith, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

William Edward Smith, Jr. is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Alabama →

Wrongful Death

William Edward Smith, Jr. is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Alabama →

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.

William Edward Smith, Jr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alabama →

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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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

William Edward Smith, Jr. is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Alabama →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Edward Smith, Jr.

Where is William Edward Smith, Jr.'s law office located?
William Edward Smith, Jr.'s law practice is located in Florence, Alabama. The firm is William E Smith Jr. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Edward Smith, Jr. handle?
William Edward Smith, Jr. focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has William Edward Smith, Jr. practiced law?
William Edward Smith, Jr. has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did William Edward Smith, Jr. go to law school?
William Edward Smith, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A. University, 1986).
How can I contact William Edward Smith, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact William Edward Smith, Jr. 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 Edward Smith, Jr. received?
William Edward Smith, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1992
B.A. University
University of North Alabama
- 1986

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Georgia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1992
Alabama
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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