Atty. Z. Hershel Smith
Z. Hershel Smith is a lawyer practicing taxation law, bankruptcy law, commercial transactions and 1 other area of law.
Bankruptcy Law & More Attorney · Serving Providence, RI · 61+ Years Experience
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About Z. Hershel Smith at a Glance
Z. Hershel Smith is a business, real estate, bankruptcy, and tax attorney based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1965), U.S. District Court, Rhode Island (1966), U.S. Claims Court and U.S. Tax Court (1977), and U.S. Supreme Court (1988). Educated at Boston University (LL.B. New, 1965) and Brown University (A.B., 1962). Serves clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Z. Hershel Smith
- Z. Hershel Smith is a lawyer practicing taxation law, bankruptcy law, commercial transactions and 1 other area of law
- Z. Hershel received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
- Z. Hershel practices in Providence, RI
Practice Areas Explained
Z. Hershel Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Z. Hershel Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Providence.
Business & Corporate Law in Providence
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Z. Hershel Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Rhode Island →
Real Estate Law in Providence
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Z. Hershel Smith is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Rhode Island →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Providence
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Z. Hershel Smith is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Rhode Island →
Tax Law in Providence
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Z. Hershel Smith is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Rhode Island →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Providence
Practicing law in Rhode Island. Legal matters in Rhode Island are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Providence are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Rhode Island state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Providence Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Providence-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Providence Choose Z. Hershel Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Z. Hershel Smith's practice in the field of business, real estate, bankruptcy, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Z. Hershel Smith brings 61+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Rhode Island, U.S. District Court, Rhode Island, and U.S. Claims Court and U.S. Tax Court, Z. Hershel Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and bankruptcy, Z. Hershel Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Providence
A Providence-based practice means Z. Hershel Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Z. Hershel Smith Handles in Providence
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Z. Hershel Smith has experience with under Rhode Island law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Z. Hershel Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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