About Edward
Biography
E. David Smith, Esq., is principal of Smith & Associates, and serves as outside general counsel for US and foreign companies, family enterprises and family offices. Guiding his clients in the creation and growth of their wealth, he positions business entities for growth opportunities and for mitigating risk, including asset preservation. Combining his experience in corporate transactions, capital raising and financing, corporate governance, corporate litigation and intellectual property, he provides strategic guidance, identifies and addresses core issues, and quarterbacks companies’ and family offices’ legal needs. He is a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley, and the Tulane University School of Law, and is admitted to practice in New York, New Jersey and Georgia, in addition to numerous federal trial and appellate courts, including the Supreme Court of the United States. The team at Smith & Associates includes seasoned practitioners in tax, mergers and acquisitions, contracts, investment agreements, employment, litigation, commercial real estate and intellectual property.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 24 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 24 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 29 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Smith & Associates
570 Lexington Avenue, 23rd Floor, New York, NY, 10022
Smith & Associates
1135 Clifton Avenue, Suite #104, Clifton, NJ, 07013
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Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Professional & Peerless
Smith & Associates has handled several cases for me over the years, including real estate, corporate, general business and tax issues. The firm combines cutting edge legal guidance with old school diligence and courteousness. Mr. Smith has a gift for examining and interpreting the intricacies of th...
Edward David Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse Mr. David Smith, Esq. While my practice generally focuses on family and estate matters, frequently clients come to the firm requiring significant unrelated matters resolved. When clients require complex business and / or intellectual property matters resolved, I do not hesitate to turn to Mr. Smith, Esq. Time after time, clients have told me they were not just impressed, but extremely satisfied and our services exceeded their expectations. I look forward to continuing to handle our mutual client's complex matters jointly, as bringing Mr. Smith's business and corporate knowledge and experience to the table is a significant value added service to any client."
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"I endorse this lawyer. David is an intelligent and hard-working attorney who looks at things in unique and creative ways and strives to accomplish goals in the most effective and ethical manner."
"I endorse this lawyer because he is my "go-to-guy." Any time I have an intellectual property law issue that I need to have an erudite discussion with a qualified attorney on, David is our man. Call him."
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"I endorse this lawyer. David is a very experienced, highly skilled lawyer who passionately advocates for his clients' interests. He is detailed, thorough and conscientous in all that he does."
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"I endorse this lawyer. David is very knowledgeable and generous with his time."
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Experience
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Owner, Smith & Associates
Associations
2017 - Present
Association of Jewish Attorneys (AJA)Board Member
Education
1996
JD
Speaking Engagements
2016
Languages
English
Hebrew
Activity
Legal Answers